The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) congratulates ACT Labor on their re-election and looks forward to working with the government to improve healthcare outcomes for the ACT community. PSA especially acknowledges the return of Minister for Health, Rachel Stephen-Smith MLA.
PSA ACT President Olivia Collenette MPS welcomed the incoming government’s commitment to expand the scope of practice for pharmacists, noting the positive impact it will have on patient care.
“We congratulate ACT Labor on their successful re-election campaign and are excited to continue working closely with Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith to deliver better healthcare for all Canberrans,” Ms Collenette said.
“We are particularly pleased to see the commitment to expanding the scope of practice for pharmacists. This will empower pharmacists to do more for their patients, improving access to essential healthcare services and ultimately enhancing health outcomes in our community.
“Pharmacists are highly trained and skilled healthcare professionals, and allowing them to work to their full scope of practice will relieve pressure on other areas of the healthcare system.
“On behalf of PSA I look forward to working with the re-elected ACT Government to ensure that this commitment is translated into effective policy and practice, creating a more accessible, sustainable, and responsive healthcare system for Canberrans.”
