What's Going On?

Oncology Clinical Update

21/8/2019

Author: Vivien Banks

Last night we held our oncology clinical update that covered the latest in cancer treatments and clinical trials as well as an overview of palliative care. We would like to thank Christine Carrington, Marissa Ryan, Kate Ross and Anna Shi for giving up their time to present to us!

QPSA would also like to thank alumni Michael Whordley for helping Clarissa Chen getting this event off the ground.

Vampire Cup 2019

31/7/2019

Author: Erica Li

NAPSA's annual blood donation challenge has begun! 1 in 3 Australians will need blood or blood products in their lifetime. However, only 1 in 30 Australia's give blood each year. To make a difference in patient outcomes, please consider donating at your nearest Red Cross donation centre.

Book an appointment at https://www.donateblood.com.au/donate# and ensure that the "University of Queensland Pharmacy Students Association (QPSA)" is your Red25.

Alternatively, here is a google form for people who would like to utilise QPSA/Red Cross' 1.5-hour door-to-door donation service. This service will run from PACE to the Springwood Donor Centre. Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned donor QPSA has your back. If you are interested in saving lives grab your friends, fill in the form above and select your session time.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Eilís or Sarah via pharmacyawareness@qpsa.com.au.

Expanding our boundaries - Rural Health Night

30/5/2019

Author: Erica Li

Thanks to all who attended our event to learn about the benefits of undergoing a rural placement, internship and career.

A special mention to all the speakers who presented on the night:

Lucy Walker (Terry White Goondiwindi, 2017 Pharmacy of the Year)
Jessica Burrey (Emerald Pharmacy Services)
Cathryn Carlisle (NAPSA Rural and Indigenous Committee Chair)
Gabe Upton (TROHPIQ Pharmacy representative)
Stephanie Matthews (South Queensland Rural Health
Students who shared their experience
- Jacinta Lam (Broome)
- Krishn Parmar (Mt Isa and Emerald)
- Becky Hanisch (Charleville)

If you missed out, be sure to come to the event next year!

If you have any queries, please email Sam at qpsa.externalaffairs@napsa.org.au

For more about scholarships/financial support available to help you go rural and a summary of the night, click the link below.

More Info here!

Your new CPR and First Aid Responders!

20/5/2019

Author: Erica Li

Over the weekend, 37 pharmacy students completed a CPR and First Aid course. A special thank you to Clarissa, the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia and Damien from Vaxworks for providing an informative course tailored to our profession. The students loved the hands on experience and practice with the dummies and first aid kits. For all those who missed out, be sure to look out for the event next year!

Charity Cup - Brain Tumour Alliance Australia

17/5/2019

Author: Erica Li

As part of NAPSA's annual charity cup, QPSA is helping raise funds for the Brain Tumour Alliance Australia (BTAA). BTAA is Australia's only not-for-profit national brain tumour patient and caregiver organisation. Established in 2008, by a collection of brain tumour patients and current and former caregivers, the organisation advocates and supports patients and families of those who suffer from tumours of the CNS which includes the meninges, brain and spine.

Over the past month our Pharmacy Awareness Representatives, Eilis and Sarah, have worked tirelessly the organise events to help raise funds for the (BTAA). From selling chocolates to our BBQ at St Lucia, thank you to all those who have helped out and donated to the cause. A special mention to Jenny from BTAA for sharing her touching story on our Battle of the Brains Trivia night. We managed to raise a total of $2100 for BTAA and may support continue to all those affected.

UQ School of Pharmacy Awards and Coating Ceremony - The future of Pharmacy is bright!

16/4/2019

Author: Erica Li

Congratulations to all the award recipients and presenters for coming to our ceremony. It was a fantastic night rewarding our talented students both past and present.

A special thank you to our keynote speaker, Dr. Geraldine Moses, for giving an inspiring talk. Your passion for pharmacy is certainly infectious!

Lastly to our first years, welcome officially to our profession! We hope you enjoy your years at UQ. They certainly fly by and before you know it, you will be graduating soon.

Industry Awareness Day!

2/4/2019

Author: Erica Li

Thank you to all the Representatives for showcasing the various aspects of pharmacy and health in Australia. Students were certainly amazed by what pharmacy has to offer, whether that being industry, academia, community or hospital.

A huge congratulations to our Pharmacy Awareness Representatives, Eilis and Sarah for putting on a fantastic event! Also a special mention to all those who helped behind the scenes. May next year continue to be a success!

Wound-Care Warriors!

12/3/2019

Author: Erica Li

Thank you Olivia from Smith and Nephew for giving us an informative talk about all things wound care. We've certainly taken away some important points we can use in practice. Remember, moist wound healing is the way to go!

Photo Credits: Vivien Banks

Industry Awareness Day - Tuesday 2nd April

11/3/2019

Author: Erica Li

Our Annual mini tradeshow will be held on Tuesday 2nd April from 10am - 2pm in the ILS, PACE. You'll have the opportunity to meet industry professionals and representatives from all avenues of pharmacy. Whether that being community, hospital, industry or academia, there's something for everyone! Mark it in your calendar and we hope to see you there!

Placement Shirt Try-Ons for First Years

5/3/2019

Author: Erica Li

The storeroom will be open on the following days to help you decide on your correct size.

- 4th (Monday) March 12-2pm
- 5th (Tuesday) March 8-10am and 1-2pm
- 12th (Tuesday) March 1-3pm

Please bring your student ID and to ensure we get your placement shirts in time for your placement in Week 9, please finalise all orders before Monday 15th March. You can purchase shirts by clicking here

If you have any queries, contact Michael at merchandise@qpsa.com.au