{"id":1506,"date":"2023-01-16T11:58:39","date_gmt":"2023-01-16T01:58:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/farma.au\/?page_id=1506"},"modified":"2024-06-04T12:53:17","modified_gmt":"2024-06-04T02:53:17","slug":"education-hub","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/farma.au\/education-hub\/","title":{"rendered":"Education Hub"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list has-dates wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/dont-just-toss-them-safe-disposal-of-expired-medications\/776290\/\" aria-label=\"Don&#8217;t Just Toss &#8211; Safe Disposal of Expired Medications\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/dont-just-toss-them-safe-disposal-of-expired-medications\/776290\/\">Don&#8217;t Just Toss &#8211; Safe Disposal of Expired Medications<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-11-01T10:47:53+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">November 1, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">We\u2019ve all been there \u2014 you reach for a medication and realise it&#8217;s a few months (or a few years!) out of date. It\u2019s common to for medications to have expired before we finish them, and learning how to dispose of them safely is important for your health and those who live with you. Expired [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/dont-just-toss-them-safe-disposal-of-expired-medications\/776290\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Don&#8217;t Just Toss &#8211; Safe Disposal of Expired Medications<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/medicine-schedules-in-australia-what-they-mean-for-you\/775368\/\" aria-label=\"Medicine Schedules in Australia &#8211; What They Mean For You\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/medicine-schedules-in-australia-what-they-mean-for-you\/775368\/\">Medicine Schedules in Australia &#8211; What They Mean For You<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-10-28T09:28:52+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">October 28, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">At Farma, we\u2019re all about helping you make sense of your medications and treatment plans. One topic that can sometimes cause confusion is medicine schedules. In Australia, medications are grouped into different schedules based on how they are regulated and how easily they can be accessed. In this blog, we\u2019ll walk you through the main [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/medicine-schedules-in-australia-what-they-mean-for-you\/775368\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Medicine Schedules in Australia &#8211; What They Mean For You<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/a-guide-to-dispense-intervals-for-patients\/774076\/\" aria-label=\"A Guide to Dispense Intervals for Patients\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/a-guide-to-dispense-intervals-for-patients\/774076\/\">A Guide to Dispense Intervals for Patients<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-10-22T10:50:39+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">October 22, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">At Farma, we know that managing your medication can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding dispense intervals. Whether you&#8217;re new to filling prescriptions or adjusting to a new treatment plan, staying on top of your dispense interval is essential to keeping your health on track. This blog will walk you through what [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/a-guide-to-dispense-intervals-for-patients\/774076\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from A Guide to Dispense Intervals for Patients<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/exploring-the-wandering-nerve\/558591\/\" aria-label=\"Exploring The Wandering Nerve\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-38-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-38-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-38-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-38-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-38-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-38-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-38-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-38.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/exploring-the-wandering-nerve\/558591\/\">Exploring The Wandering Nerve<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-06-18T15:23:24+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">June 18, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">The vagus nerve (also referred to the &#8220;wandering nerve,&#8221;) and plays a key role in our parasympathetic nervous systems. The vagus nerve starts in the brainstem and extends all the way through our neck and thorax to the abdomen, where it influences a wide range of bodily functions. Think of your vagus nerve as the [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/exploring-the-wandering-nerve\/558591\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Exploring The Wandering Nerve<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/feel-good-eats-boost-your-mood-sleep\/531142\/\" aria-label=\"Feel-Good Eats: Boost Your Mood &#038; Sleep\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-37-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-37-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-37-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-37-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-37-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-37-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-37-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-37.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/feel-good-eats-boost-your-mood-sleep\/531142\/\">Feel-Good Eats: Boost Your Mood &#038; Sleep<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-06-11T12:41:47+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">June 11, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">We all know the sage wisdom to \u2018eat plenty of fruit and veg\u2019, but that doesn\u2019t always make a bowl of spinach more appealing. Here\u2019s the good news: mood-boosting foods don\u2019t have to be boring. We\u2019ve compiled our favourite feel-good foods that you can incorporate into your daily routine to enhance your mental health and [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/feel-good-eats-boost-your-mood-sleep\/531142\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Feel-Good Eats: Boost Your Mood &#038; Sleep<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/5-evidence-based-approaches-to-better-health\/515103\/\" aria-label=\"5 Evidence-Based Approaches to Better Health\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-36-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-36-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-36-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-36-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-36-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-36-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-36-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-36.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/5-evidence-based-approaches-to-better-health\/515103\/\">5 Evidence-Based Approaches to Better Health<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-06-06T11:56:39+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">June 6, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">In the arc of life, our health status is often in a state of flux depending on how well we are taking care of ourselves alongside tailored healthcare plans from prescribers. If you\u2019re looking to further enhance your health, check out these 5 activities which have solid research and promising data behind them to enhance [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/5-evidence-based-approaches-to-better-health\/515103\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from 5 Evidence-Based Approaches to Better Health<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/common-patient-questions-answered\/503790\/\" aria-label=\"Common Patient Questions: Answered\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-35-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-35-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-35-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-35-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-35-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-35-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-35-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-35.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/common-patient-questions-answered\/503790\/\">Common Patient Questions: Answered<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-05-29T12:56:58+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 29, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Whether you\u2019re preparing for a first consult or a subsequent follow-up appointment, it can take some time to get comfortable with terminology surrounding your alternative therapies journey. To help you navigate your appointments with confidence, we&#8217;ve put together a guide to some of the most common terms you might come across and what they mean [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/common-patient-questions-answered\/503790\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Common Patient Questions: Answered<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-humulene\/502591\/\" aria-label=\"Terpene Talk: Humulene\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-34-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-34-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-34-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-34-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-34-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-34-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-34-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-34.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-humulene\/502591\/\">Terpene Talk: Humulene<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-05-22T12:44:47+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 22, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">So far in our Farma Terpene Talk series, we\u2019ve profiled some of the more commonly known terps, but there is a whole world out there of interesting terpenes that garners equal fascination amongst plant enthusiasts and researchers. One such terpene gene that\u2019s gaining attention for its therapeutic potential: humulene. (Hint: Pronounced hyoo-myoo-leen, but said a [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-humulene\/502591\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Terpene Talk: Humulene<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/escripts-vs-physical-scripts-a-guide-for-patients\/499575\/\" aria-label=\"eScripts VS Physical Scripts: A Guide for Patients\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-33-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-33-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-33-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-33-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-33-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-33-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-33-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-33.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/escripts-vs-physical-scripts-a-guide-for-patients\/499575\/\">eScripts VS Physical Scripts: A Guide for Patients<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-05-15T08:30:01+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 15, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Our healthcare systems in Australia continue to evolve, refining processes and streamlining systems, one of which is how Doctors prescribe, and the discussion of eScripts versus physical (also known as paper) prescriptions. As an alternative therapies Patient, you may already have experienced one or both types of prescription, and with technology looking to make physical [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/escripts-vs-physical-scripts-a-guide-for-patients\/499575\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from eScripts VS Physical Scripts: A Guide for Patients<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpenes-a-history-lesson\/474905\/\" aria-label=\"Terpenes: A History Lesson\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-32-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-32-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-32-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-32-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-32-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-32-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-32-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-32.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpenes-a-history-lesson\/474905\/\">Terpenes: A History Lesson<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-05-10T10:56:40+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 10, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Terpenes are those fantastic organic compounds that are abundant in the plant and fruit world, and they vary widely in scent, function and therapeutic application. Just as terpene scents are both rich and diverse, so too is the history of the terpene. Let\u2019s take a look from ancient civilizational use to modern-day scientific understanding &#8211; [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpenes-a-history-lesson\/474905\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Terpenes: A History Lesson<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/tolerance-breaks-a-patient-guide\/459436\/\" aria-label=\"Tolerance Breaks: A Patient Guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-31-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-31-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-31-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-31-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-31-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-31-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-31-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-31.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/tolerance-breaks-a-patient-guide\/459436\/\">Tolerance Breaks: A Patient Guide<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-05-02T09:41:44+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 2, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Have you ever heard the phrase \u2018T-Break\u2019 and wondered what was being referred to? A \u2018T-Break\u2019 is short for \u2018Tolerance Break\u2019, which essentially involves refraining from consuming your prescription alternative therapies for a predetermined period of time, allowing your body to reset its receptors that process alternative medicine. It\u2019s well recognised that consistent use of [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/tolerance-breaks-a-patient-guide\/459436\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Tolerance Breaks: A Patient Guide<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-pining-for-pinene\/446309\/\" aria-label=\"Terpene Talk: Pining for Pinene\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-30-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-30-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-30-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-30-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-30-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-30-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-30-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-30.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-pining-for-pinene\/446309\/\">Terpene Talk: Pining for Pinene<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-04-26T08:49:39+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">April 26, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">It\u2019s time for another instalment of Terpene Talk, and this week\u2019s terpene (remember, these are the natural, fragrant compounds found in plants, including those used to create alternative therapies) in the spotlight is: Pinene. Bringing a little \u2018Christmas pre-July\u2019 energy, Pinene is found in abundance in some herbs and coniferous trees, including the famous pine [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-pining-for-pinene\/446309\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Terpene Talk: Pining for Pinene<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/navigating-consumption-at-home\/444679\/\" aria-label=\"Navigating Consumption at Home\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-29-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-29-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-29-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-29-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-29-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-29-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-29-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-29.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/navigating-consumption-at-home\/444679\/\">Navigating Consumption at Home<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-04-18T13:04:53+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">April 18, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Individuals who are prescribed alternative medicines are anything but cookie cutter &#8211; Australian Patients span a range of demographics, many of whom rent or lived in shared living environments which can add a new layer of unique considerations to the process of medicating safely and discretely. If you\u2019re a renter (or living in a shared [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/navigating-consumption-at-home\/444679\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Navigating Consumption at Home<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-myrcene-fruity-functional\/442783\/\" aria-label=\"Terpene Talk: Myrcene &#8211; Fruity &#038; Functional\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-28-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-28-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-28-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-28-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-28-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-28-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-28-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-28.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-myrcene-fruity-functional\/442783\/\">Terpene Talk: Myrcene &#8211; Fruity &#038; Functional<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-04-12T11:00:26+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">April 12, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">A much-loved member of the terpene family, Myrcene combines a soothing and familiar aroma with a whole host of potential therapeutic effects &#8211; best of all, it\u2019s found in one of Australia\u2019s favourite seasonal treats: the mango. Myrcene is pronounced MURR (like murky water) and SEEN (as in \u2018I\u2019ve just seen some great mangoes on [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-myrcene-fruity-functional\/442783\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Terpene Talk: Myrcene &#8211; Fruity &#038; Functional<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/so-what-about-driving\/438673\/\" aria-label=\"So, what about driving?\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pexels-lisa-fotios-1392621-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pexels-lisa-fotios-1392621-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pexels-lisa-fotios-1392621-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pexels-lisa-fotios-1392621-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/so-what-about-driving\/438673\/\">So, what about driving?<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-04-03T23:53:10+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">April 3, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">As an alternative therapies Patient here in Australia, even once you\u2019ve found the right authorised prescriber and clinic, there are other challenges you may face when incorporating these medicines into your daily routine. One key challenge for Australian Patients today is the question of driving, especially for those who rely on their prescriptions to manage [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/so-what-about-driving\/438673\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from So, what about driving?<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-limonene\/437058\/\" aria-label=\"Terpene Talk: Limonene\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-27-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-27-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-27-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-27-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-27-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-27-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-27-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-27.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-limonene\/437058\/\">Terpene Talk: Limonene<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-03-26T18:37:24+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">March 26, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">The terpene Limonene sounds a lot like how it smells &#8211; lemon-y. A boost of citrus with a vibrant scent like lemons, grapefruits and oranges, it\u2019s one you\u2019ll likely spot across the alternative medicine space. Limonene has a wide range of potential therapeutic properties, so let\u2019s dive in to learn more about another fascinating terpene. [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-limonene\/437058\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Terpene Talk: Limonene<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/nicotine-avoiding-health-risks-on-your-journey\/436027\/\" aria-label=\"Nicotine: Avoiding Health Risks on Your Journey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-26-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-26-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-26-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-26-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-26-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-26-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-26-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-26.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/nicotine-avoiding-health-risks-on-your-journey\/436027\/\">Nicotine: Avoiding Health Risks on Your Journey<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-03-21T01:31:40+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">March 21, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Here at Farma, we strive to provide clear information that helps to demystify the world of alternative medicine, while also acknowledging realities that alternative therapies Patients face. It\u2019s no secret that consuming nicotine (especially in the form of smoking) can compromise your health significantly, but there is a cultural link between alternative medicine and nicotine [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/nicotine-avoiding-health-risks-on-your-journey\/436027\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Nicotine: Avoiding Health Risks on Your Journey<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-follow-up-your-talking-points\/434190\/\" aria-label=\"The Follow-Up: Your Talking Points\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-25-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-25-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-25-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-25-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-25-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-25-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-25-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-25.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-follow-up-your-talking-points\/434190\/\">The Follow-Up: Your Talking Points<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-03-14T20:36:16+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">March 14, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Here at Farma, we\u2019ve already discussed getting set for your initial appointment and the importance of keeping an open and honest dialogue with your prescriber. But, what about those ongoing follow-up appointments, what should you be asking? What should you be monitoring? How can you ensure you keep your Doctor informed of your ongoing journey? [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-follow-up-your-talking-points\/434190\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from The Follow-Up: Your Talking Points<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-caryophyllene\/432322\/\" aria-label=\"Terpene Talk: Caryophyllene\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-24.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-caryophyllene\/432322\/\">Terpene Talk: Caryophyllene<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-03-07T22:15:13+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">March 7, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Terpenes play a vital role in the world of alternative medicine, aromatic compounds found in plants that contribute to the flavour, scent and even potential therapeutic effects &#8211; you may have heard myrcene and limonene (some of the more commonly known terpenes), but today we\u2019re putting the spotlight on caryophyllene, a terpene with some very [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-caryophyllene\/432322\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Terpene Talk: Caryophyllene<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/catching-zzzs-sleep-your-health\/430499\/\" aria-label=\"Catching ZZZs: Sleep &#038; Your Health\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-23.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/catching-zzzs-sleep-your-health\/430499\/\">Catching ZZZs: Sleep &#038; Your Health<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-02-28T19:07:37+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">February 28, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Sleep is a fundamental pillar of your overall health, and a large portion of Aussies struggle to get a restful night\u2019s sleep on a regular basis. If you\u2019re an alternative medicine Patient managing sleep disorders or insomnia, or you\u2019d just like to ensure you\u2019re getting the very best night\u2019s rest you can &#8211; read on! [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/catching-zzzs-sleep-your-health\/430499\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Catching ZZZs: Sleep &#038; Your Health<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/finding-support-online-communities\/428077\/\" aria-label=\"Finding Support: Online Communities\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/looking-for-support.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/finding-support-online-communities\/428077\/\">Finding Support: Online Communities<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-02-21T17:05:07+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">February 21, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Taking a holistic look at your healthcare plan should always include your community &#8211; we know that meaningful connection, purpose and a supportive network can be, in some cases, as crucial to Patient wellbeing as the specific therapy itself. Increasingly, Patients are looking to platforms like Reddit, Discord and beyond to provide additional guidance, resources, [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/finding-support-online-communities\/428077\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Finding Support: Online Communities<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/maximising-the-benefits-factors-that-can-influence-your-experience\/426647\/\" aria-label=\"Maximising the Benefits: Factors That Can Influence Your Experience\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Maximising-the-Benefits.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/maximising-the-benefits-factors-that-can-influence-your-experience\/426647\/\">Maximising the Benefits: Factors That Can Influence Your Experience<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-02-15T08:54:57+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">February 15, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Here at the Farma blog, it\u2019s our goal to provide you with audience-relevant communication and ongoing education &#8211; so while your Doctor will always be your first line of support for your alternative medicine journey, it\u2019s always helpful to empower yourself with information that can aid you to support your own health goals. Today, we\u2019re [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/maximising-the-benefits-factors-that-can-influence-your-experience\/426647\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Maximising the Benefits: Factors That Can Influence Your Experience<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/safe-passage-get-your-medication-on-time\/423655\/\" aria-label=\"Safe Passage: Get Your Medication On Time\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-20.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/safe-passage-get-your-medication-on-time\/423655\/\">Safe Passage: Get Your Medication On Time<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-02-01T09:59:01+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">February 1, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Here at Farma, we\u2019re aware of Patient challenges when it comes to obtaining their prescription alternative therapies through mail services. There are several postage service options here in Australia &#8211; and did you know that Australia Post alone delivered half a billion packages in the last financial year? This means that despite our best efforts, [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/safe-passage-get-your-medication-on-time\/423655\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Safe Passage: Get Your Medication On Time<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/how-to-storing-your-medicine-safely\/423141\/\" aria-label=\"How To: Storing Your Medicine Safely\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/antique-drawers.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/how-to-storing-your-medicine-safely\/423141\/\">How To: Storing Your Medicine Safely<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-01-30T13:10:07+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">January 30, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Here on the Farma blog, we\u2019ve already shared our guide to safely storing your alternative medicine while travelling, but what about when you\u2019re at home? For those who have integrated alternative therapies into their routines, understanding the importance of proper storage for medication is important, so let\u2019s delve into the essentials of storing your alternative [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/how-to-storing-your-medicine-safely\/423141\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from How To: Storing Your Medicine Safely<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/consults-what-to-expect-ask\/421712\/\" aria-label=\"Consults: What To Expect &amp; Ask\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-16.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/consults-what-to-expect-ask\/421712\/\">Consults: What To Expect &amp; Ask<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-01-24T09:50:50+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">January 24, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Your authorised prescriber (whether it\u2019s your GP or a specialist clinic Doctor) will be your guide across your alternative therapy journey. Here at the Farma Education Hub, we\u2019ve touched on having positive conversations and building trust with your Doctor, but this week we\u2019re taking it back to basics, getting you prepared for that very first [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/consults-what-to-expect-ask\/421712\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Consults: What To Expect &amp; Ask<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/budgeting-for-your-alternative-therapies\/420557\/\" aria-label=\"Budgeting For Your Alternative Therapies\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/calculator.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/budgeting-for-your-alternative-therapies\/420557\/\">Budgeting For Your Alternative Therapies<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-01-19T08:36:07+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">January 19, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Across the board, we know cost is a concern for our Patients, so as part of bringing our #equalaccess mission to life, we\u2019re taking you through some practical considerations for budgeting and pricing for your alternative therapies journey. Clinic consultations Patients here in Australia could feel overwhelmed with the influx of new alternative therapies providers [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/budgeting-for-your-alternative-therapies\/420557\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Budgeting For Your Alternative Therapies<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccess-conversations-with-loved-ones\/416663\/\" aria-label=\"#equalaccess: Conversations with Loved Ones\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-14.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccess-conversations-with-loved-ones\/416663\/\">#equalaccess: Conversations with Loved Ones<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-01-09T09:08:28+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">January 9, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">While there is increasing acceptance towards alternative therapies here in Australia, having open and productive conversations with your friends and family can still be a challenge, as a delicate subject matter which may tap into fears, concerns and stigma surrounding certain medications. Here\u2019s Farma\u2019s guide to sharing your alternative therapy journey with loved ones, and [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccess-conversations-with-loved-ones\/416663\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from #equalaccess: Conversations with Loved Ones<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/finding-what-works\/410789\/\" aria-label=\"Finding What Works\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-13.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/finding-what-works\/410789\/\">Finding What Works<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-12-20T14:41:43+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">December 20, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">As an alternative medicine Patient, and within a burgeoning industry here in Australia, there are a wide range of delivery methods and forms that your prescription can take. Choice is a fantastic thing, but it\u2019s essential to strike the delicate balance between experimenting with different options to find what works and sticking with a routine [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/finding-what-works\/410789\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Finding What Works<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/managing-your-medicine-during-the-festive-season\/410649\/\" aria-label=\"Managing Your Medicine During the Festive Season\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/sparkler-at-christmas.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/managing-your-medicine-during-the-festive-season\/410649\/\">Managing Your Medicine During the Festive Season<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-12-20T10:36:48+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">December 20, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">The festive season brings plenty of opportunity to connect with loved ones, enjoy a trip or a indulge in a staycation &#8211; but for alternative medicine Patients, it can bring a unique set of challenges and factors to manage. Let\u2019s take a look at some helpful habits to keep in mind, supporting you to manage [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/managing-your-medicine-during-the-festive-season\/410649\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Managing Your Medicine During the Festive Season<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/holistic-health-supporting-your-journey\/408819\/\" aria-label=\"Holistic Health: Supporting Your Journey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Holistic-Health-yoga-thoughts.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/holistic-health-supporting-your-journey\/408819\/\">Holistic Health: Supporting Your Journey<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-12-14T16:09:02+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">December 14, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">There\u2019s a clear synergy between prescribed plant medicine and the complementary lifestyle practices and activities, with one supporting the other. We\u2019re all aware that we can\u2019t always rely on medicine alone to manage chronic conditions &#8211; in short, holistic health goes well beyond the prescription, so let\u2019s explore some simple lifestyle tools to incorporate into [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/holistic-health-supporting-your-journey\/408819\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Holistic Health: Supporting Your Journey<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/on-track-mapping-your-plant-medicine-journey\/403977\/\" aria-label=\"On Track: Mapping Your Alternative Medicine Journey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/patient-making-diary.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/on-track-mapping-your-plant-medicine-journey\/403977\/\">On Track: Mapping Your Alternative Medicine Journey<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-12-05T10:14:34+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">December 5, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">While your first source for all alternative therapies information should be your Doctor and health care team, there\u2019s a lot you can personally bring to your therapeuric journey through accurately tracking your experience. Even if you\u2019ve been a Patient for some time now, we encourage you to see how you can stay informed and empowered [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/on-track-mapping-your-plant-medicine-journey\/403977\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from On Track: Mapping Your Alternative Medicine Journey<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/removing-stigma-transparent-communication-with-your-doctor\/401691\/\" aria-label=\"Removing Stigma: Transparent Communication with Your Doctor\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/man-dealing-with-stigma.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/removing-stigma-transparent-communication-with-your-doctor\/401691\/\">Removing Stigma: Transparent Communication with Your Doctor<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-11-30T09:29:48+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">November 30, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">In the plant medicine landscape, there\u2019s no such thing as a \u201cstandard\u201d protocol &#8211; every Patient is unique, and your plant medicine journey will be tailored specifically to your health requirements. In creating this healthcare plan, it is helpful for your prescriber to understand your plant medicine experience to date, even if this has been [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/removing-stigma-transparent-communication-with-your-doctor\/401691\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Removing Stigma: Transparent Communication with Your Doctor<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/navigating-dispense-intervals-a-guide-for-plant-medicine-patients\/398298\/\" aria-label=\"Navigating Dispense Intervals: A Guide for Natural Medicine Patients\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dispense-intervals-guide.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/navigating-dispense-intervals-a-guide-for-plant-medicine-patients\/398298\/\">Navigating Dispense Intervals: A Guide for Natural Medicine Patients<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-11-22T13:07:04+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">November 22, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">When you first start down the natural medicine Patient path, you\u2019ll be issued what\u2019s known as a \u2018dispense interval\u2019 by your authorised prescriber, and this will impact how frequently you can order your medication. Here at Farma, we recognise dispense intervals are a hot topic for Patients, and a subject where confusion can easily creep [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/navigating-dispense-intervals-a-guide-for-plant-medicine-patients\/398298\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Navigating Dispense Intervals: A Guide for Natural Medicine Patients<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccessories-our-guide-to-plant-medicine-accessories\/396385\/\" aria-label=\"#EqualAccess(ories): Our Guide to Plant Medicine Accessories\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-6.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccessories-our-guide-to-plant-medicine-accessories\/396385\/\">#EqualAccess(ories): Our Guide to Plant Medicine Accessories<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-11-17T09:13:14+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">November 17, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Plant medicine comes in many different forms, and some will require an accessory for use. Before you dive in, here are some points to keep in mind when choosing and using plant medicine accessories safely: Consultation with Your Doctor Before you incorporate any accessories into your plant medicine plan, consult your prescribing Doctor. They will [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccessories-our-guide-to-plant-medicine-accessories\/396385\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from #EqualAccess(ories): Our Guide to Plant Medicine Accessories<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/no-two-days-are-the-same-qa-with-shivani-chand\/392833\/\" aria-label=\"&#8220;No two days are the same.&#8221; Q&#038;A with Shivani Chand\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-5.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/no-two-days-are-the-same-qa-with-shivani-chand\/392833\/\">&#8220;No two days are the same.&#8221; Q&#038;A with Shivani Chand<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-11-10T09:06:45+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">November 10, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Much of the magic of Farma comes down to our talented team working behind the scenes, starting with our Senior Pharmacist and Medicine &amp; Dispensary Manager, Shivani Chand. Today, we\u2019re taking 5 with Shivani to learn more about her career to date, and what excites her in the future of plant medicine. Q: When did [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/no-two-days-are-the-same-qa-with-shivani-chand\/392833\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from &#8220;No two days are the same.&#8221; Q&#038;A with Shivani Chand<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-the-basics\/387965\/\" aria-label=\"Terpene Talk: The Basics\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1080-x-1080-Image-Guidelines-1.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"terpene guide farma\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-the-basics\/387965\/\">Terpene Talk: The Basics<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-11-03T15:25:06+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">November 3, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Somewhere along your plant medicine journey, you\u2019re likely to come across the word \u2018terpenes\u2019 &#8211; so, what are they? And where do they fit in the plant medicine world? Here at Farma, a cornerstone of our mission is \u2018audience-relevant communication\u2019, so let\u2019s take a look at terpenes from a macro level, and we\u2019ll deep dive [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/terpene-talk-the-basics\/387965\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Terpene Talk: The Basics<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/travelling-smart-with-plant-medicine\/376900\/\" aria-label=\"Travelling Smart with Plant Medicine\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/lady-with-coffee-at-airport.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/travelling-smart-with-plant-medicine\/376900\/\">Travelling Smart with Plant Medicine<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-10-17T08:50:26+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">October 17, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Across your plant medicine journey, there\u2019s likely to be a time when you need to travel interstate within Australia &#8211; and you\u2019ll need to bring your prescriptions along for the ride. With prescription plant medicine strictly regulated across the country, it\u2019s essential to ensure you\u2019re prepared before you travel, so here\u2019s Farma\u2019s comprehensive guide to [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/travelling-smart-with-plant-medicine\/376900\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Travelling Smart with Plant Medicine<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/form-function-resin-rosin-distillates\/318856\/\" aria-label=\"Form &amp; Function: Resin, Rosin &amp; Distillates\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/farma-resin-rosin-trichomes.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/form-function-resin-rosin-distillates\/318856\/\">Form &amp; Function: Resin, Rosin &amp; Distillates<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-06-02T16:31:17+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">June 2, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">As our plant medicine industry expands here in Australia, so too do the options that Patients have in the types of medicine they can choose from, each with their own distinct characteristics and benefits. While we know flower is leading the charge in demand, we\u2019re seeing more discussion and brand offerings of resin, rosin and [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/form-function-resin-rosin-distillates\/318856\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Form &amp; Function: Resin, Rosin &amp; Distillates<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/stock-shortages-substitutions\/315352\/\" aria-label=\"Stock Shortages &amp; Substitutions\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/no-stock.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/stock-shortages-substitutions\/315352\/\">Stock Shortages &amp; Substitutions<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-05-25T09:30:04+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 25, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">As a plant medicine Patient, you\u2019re likely to be familiar those three frustrating words: Out Of Stock. While plant medicine stock issues across Australia impact several product forms, it\u2019s even more prominent with the increased demand for flower. In fact, according to the Penington Institute\u2019s 2022 report, \u201cDuring the first five months of 2022, there [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/stock-shortages-substitutions\/315352\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from Stock Shortages &amp; Substitutions<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-411-on-compounded-flower\/310641\/\" aria-label=\"The 411 on Compounded Flower\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/cannabis-compounding.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-411-on-compounded-flower\/310641\/\">The 411 on Compounded Flower<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-05-12T09:16:26+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 12, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Within Australia, the demand for flower continues to rise, so today, we\u2019re drilling down on compounded flower specifically &#8211; what it is, how it\u2019s made, and what it means for you as a Patient. Whether you\u2019re a new plant medicine Patient or further along on your plant medicine journey, you\u2019ll likely have come across the [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-411-on-compounded-flower\/310641\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from The 411 on Compounded Flower<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-price-of-free-consults\/307755\/\" aria-label=\"The Price of \u201cFree\u201d Consults\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/hidden-cost.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-price-of-free-consults\/307755\/\">The Price of \u201cFree\u201d Consults<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-05-03T14:34:21+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 3, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">For Australian plant medicine Patients, cost is often at the forefront of their decisions &#8211; that dollar figure influences everything from choosing their preferred prescriber, clinic and prescription brands (within their authorised prescriber\u2019s guidelines). As the plant medicine industry expands, we\u2019re seeing more clinics opening their doors to new Patients, and we\u2019re also seeing the [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-price-of-free-consults\/307755\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from The Price of \u201cFree\u201d Consults<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-origins-of-420\/305071\/\" aria-label=\"The Origins of 420\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cannabis-history.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-origins-of-420\/305071\/\">The Origins of 420<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-04-20T08:31:34+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">April 20, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">It\u2019s the 20th of April this week, a globally well-recognised date within the plant medicine space, and a great opportunity to examine that dynamic intersection where 420 culture and plant medicine meet. So, what are the origins of 420? The most widely accepted story is this: \u201c420&#8243; was a code conjured up by a group [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/the-origins-of-420\/305071\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from The Origins of 420<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccess-audience-relevant-communication\/303794\/\" aria-label=\"#EqualAccess: Audience-Relevant Communication\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/megaphones-on-post-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccess-audience-relevant-communication\/303794\/\">#EqualAccess: Audience-Relevant Communication<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-04-13T15:29:28+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">April 13, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Your plant medicine journey should always begin with your qualified prescriber &#8211; this might be your GP or a dedicated plant medicine Doctor, or even a Canwell authorised prescriber. Once you\u2019ve been approved as a Patient, however, it can be difficult to navigate the world of plant medicine content online. Here at Farma, we advocate [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equalaccess-audience-relevant-communication\/303794\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from #EqualAccess: Audience-Relevant Communication<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equal-access-fair-pricing\/302614\/\" aria-label=\"#EqualAccess: Fair Pricing\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/piggy-bank-green.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equal-access-fair-pricing\/302614\/\">#EqualAccess: Fair Pricing<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-04-05T14:52:57+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">April 5, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Within our plant medicine ecosystem, the first pillar of our #EqualAccess approach is fair pricing &#8211; a topic that is well-discussed within the plant medicine Patient communities (and online forums such as Reddit and Discord). Historically, plant medicine in Australia has been prohibitively expensive, not only for the initial consults and paperwork to get approved, [&#8230;]<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/equal-access-fair-pricing\/302614\/\">Read More&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> from #EqualAccess: Fair Pricing<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/preparing-for-your-first-plant-medicine-consult-the-how-to-guide\/299543\/\" aria-label=\"Preparing for Your First Farma Consult: The How-To Guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/telehealth-meeting.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width:150px;max-height:150px;\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/farma.au\/preparing-for-your-first-plant-medicine-consult-the-how-to-guide\/299543\/\">Preparing for Your First Farma Consult: The How-To Guide<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-03-30T13:54:25+10:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">March 30, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">#1: Confirm Your Eligibility If you\u2019re ready to get started on your natural medicine journey, the very first step you should take is to confirm if you are an eligible Patient. Here\u2019s our simply Eligibility Test at our partnered clinic, Canwell. 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