New iron deficiency Guild training

GUILD Learning and Development has partnered with Care Pharmaceuticals in the launch of a new online course titled Managing paediatric iron deficiency.

The course, accredited for one hour of Group 1 CPD (or 1 CPD credit) is intended to assist pharmacists in identifying patients who may be at risk of iron deficiency, and recognising where referral or iron supplementation is appropriate.

Iron deficiency is the most common cause of paediatric anaemia worldwide, with the prevalence highest among preschool aged children.

“As the most accessible point of health advice in Australia, the community pharmacist is uniquely placed to assist in the management of paediatric iron deficiency,” the Guild noted.

Pharmacists can enrol in the course at myCPD.org.au - for more information contact the Guild on 03 9810 9930.