Relaxing pharmacy ownership rules could result in more chemist chains and poorer care
- Written by Bruce Baer Arnold, Assistant Professor, School of Law, University of Canberra
The current rules seek to ensure most Australians have access to a pharmacy staffed by a highly skilled professional with a pharmacy degree.ShutterstockWhen you visit a pharmacy, your main focus is probably getting your script filled, or some advice on an over-the-counter medication. While you’re there, you might also pick up some cosmetics,...