About the research
Urinary tract infections
The Management of Urinary Tract Infections by Community Pharmacist trial (PATH-UTI) closed on 31 May 2024. The NSW Health website will be updated from 1 June 2024 to provide further information on UTI service provision within normal scope of practice.
For other enquiries, please contact NSW Health at moh-pharmaceuticalservices@health.nsw.gov.au.
For questions specifically relating to the research trial, please refer to the FAQ document on the NSW Health website or email NSWPharmacyTrial@newcastle.edu.au .
Oral Contraception
The Resupply of Oral Contraceptive Pills by Community Pharmacists trial (PATH-OC) closed on 27 September 2024.
The NSW Health website provides further information on Oral Contraceptive (OC) service provision within normal scope of practice.
For other enquiries, please contact NSW Health at moh-pharmaceuticalservices@health.nsw.gov.au.
For questions specifically relating to the research trial, please refer to the FAQ document on the NSW Health website or email NSWPharmacyTrial@newcastle.edu.au .
Dermatological Conditions
The Management of Skin Conditions by Community Pharmacists trial (PATH-DERM) closed on 31 August 2025.
The NSW Health website provides further information on minor skin conditions.
For other enquiries, please contact NSW Health at moh-pharmaceuticalservices@health.nsw.gov.au.
For questions specifically relating to the research trial, please email NSWPharmacyTrial@newcastle.edu.au.
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