Major change to PBS could save patients money and time

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People with chronic illness will soon be able to buy a 60-day supply of prescription medication, for the cost of a month. Credit: Lauren Hurley/PA/Alamy

People with chronic illness will soon be able to buy a 60-day supply of prescription medication, for the cost of a month. It's a major change to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) that is to be included in next month's budget. But some pharmacy owners are opposed to the plan, saying it could lead to a supply shortage.



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