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The Albanese government and the Pharmacy Guild of Australia have signed the eighth Community Pharmacy Agreement, which will come into effect on July 1. The agreement provides A$26.5 billion in funding over five years, with $22.5 billion allocated for the cost of dispensing prescriptions. It also includes funding for pharmacy services, such as medication management and medical review programs, as well as increased support for pharmacies in rural areas. The Pharmacy Guild of Australia has been recognized as a powerful lobbying organization, and this agreement highlights their influence on government policies. However, there have been concerns about the lack of data and evaluation of the effectiveness of community pharmacy programs supported by these agreements. [Extracted from the article] |
