An independent report revealed 50 Australians die each year from intentional paracetamol overdose. Source: AAP / Lauren Hurley
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 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.
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 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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