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News , 1 min article
Pharmacist Lindsey Fairbrother says Travellers have a deep sense of fatalism that is compounded by poor literacy and digital exclusion.
Views, 03 Jul 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
What pharmacy needs is a report full of patient testimonies explicitly detailing how pharmacies' poor funding has directly led to their health suffering.
Views, 31 May 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
The Northern Ireland Health Committee is not a negotiation forum but Community Pharmacy Northern Ireland should have been clearer, says Terry Maguire.
Views, 14 May 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Some think the difference between pharmacist and pharmacy technicians is too great to allow the latter to use PGDs. But it much depends on the PGD, says Nick Kaye.
Views, 30 Apr 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
When you talk to young people, the side hustle is paramount but a normal job will never get you a house. Peter Kelly explains.
Views, 30 Apr 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Contractors in Northern Ireland are unconvinced a generics and brands discount scheme will distribute money fairly, says Terry Maguire.
Views, 24 Apr 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
The approach to venereal disease in the first two world wars has parallels to how we view drug-taking by young people, says Peter Kelly.
Views, 17 Apr 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Great lobbying and great advocacy is taking the voice of community pharmacy’s frontline and putting it to decision-makers, says NPA chair Nick Kaye.
Views, 03 Apr 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Maybe nobody will be held to account, or even asked awkward questions, given the group’s ‘advisory’ nature, says Neil Trainis.
Views, 20 Mar 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
I’m happy about progress in Northern Ireland but I request that Fujitsu are not commissioned to develop the claims systems, says Terry Maguire.
Views, 06 Mar 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
National Pharmacy Association chair Nick Kaye reveals the biggest influences on him and a big opportunity on the Isle of Man.
22 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
Victoria Pharmacy’s Arunoday Lekkala was named Pharmacy Technician of the Year at the Independent Pharmacy Awards.
17 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacist manager and independent prescriber James Martin won the 2023 Independent Pharmacy Awards Innovation Award.
05 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article
Harry McQuillan achieved success as Community Pharmacy Scotland chief executive but he was enticed by Numark's challenge.
29 May 2024 , 1 Min Article
Community Pharmacy North-East London won Best Supporting Representative Group at the Independent Pharmacy Awards.
30 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
With lots of services and a growing dispensing business, Shelley’s Pharmacy in Birmingham were crowned Pharmacy Team of the Year.
19 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
The National Pharmacy Association is undergoing “substantial change” as it tries to transform pharmacists’ fortunes, says Paul Rees.
03 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
Mike Hewitson was crowned Independent Prescriber of the Year at last year’s Independent Pharmacy Awards.
14 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Article
Martin Bennett has pretty much seen it all during his half century at Wicker Pharmacy in Sheffield. Neil Trainis caught up with him.
26 Jan 2024 , 1 Min Article
It’s been a brilliant 2023 for Shadeia Younis, the owner of Brierfield Late Night Pharmacy in Lancashire and Independent Pharmacist of the Year.
06 Dec 2023 , 1 Min Article
Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians. Written in conjunction with the Pharmacy Magazine CPD series, it will mirror the magazine’s programme throughout the year. The series has been designed for you to use as part of your continuing professional development. Reflective exercises have been included to help you put your learning into practice.
18 Jul 2024 , 10 Min Module
Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians. Written in conjunction with the Pharmacy Magazine CPD series, it will mirror the magazine’s programme throughout the year. The series has been designed for you to use as part of your continuing professional development. Reflective exercises have been included to help you put your learning into practice.
19 Jun 2024 , 10 Min Module
Charles Gladwin reviews the neurobiology of substance misuse, particularly involving opioids and pharmacological management.
05 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Module
Charles Gladwin reviews the causes of IBS and how pharmacy teams can help patients manage it.
29 May 2024 , 1 Min Module
Steve Titmarsh takes a look at vaginal dysbiosis, bacterial vaginosis (BV) and vulvovaginal candidiasis (thrush).
22 May 2024 , 1 Min Module
Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians. Written in conjunction with the Pharmacy Magazine CPD series, it will mirror the magazine’s programme throughout the year. The series has been designed for you to use as part of your continuing professional development. Reflective exercises have been included to help you put your learning into practice.
20 May 2024 , 10 Min Module
Charles Gladwin reviews the features of the Pharmacy First advanced service in England.
07 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Module
This module reviews the features and management of common eating disorders.
10 Jan 2024 , 1 Min Module
We examine the inflammatory arthritis which can be extremely painful for sufferers.
28 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Module
Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about masks and what the world will be like after July 19.
14 Jul 2021 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about the impact of GPs doing virtual consultations during Covid-19.
1 Min Article
Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about his stand-up comedy career, including getting brutally booed off at The Comedy Store.
03 Aug 2020 , 1 Min Article
Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis and community pharmacist Peter Kelly examine the impact of coronavirus on community pharmacies and patients as the disease escalates.
12 Mar 2020 , 1 Min Article
Community pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis about services and funding.
06 Mar 2020 , 1 Min Article
Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis talks to pharmacist Peter Kelly about the ability of community pharmacy teams to access mental health support.
27 Feb 2020 , 1 Min Article
In our latest podcast, the community pharmacist Peter Kelly tells Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis that the PSNC should put its contractual and funding proposals out for discussion at the LPC conference.
19 Feb 2020 , 1 Min Article
In the first of a series of podcasts, Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis talks to the London-based community pharmacist Peter Kelly on a range of issues impacting the pharmacy profession.
05 Feb 2020 , 1 Min Article
Much work is still to be done in pharmacy when it comes to disabilities and neurodiversity, as Richard Hough and Thorrun Govind explain.
10 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
Richard Hough and Deepika Raino take independent pharmacists through the GPhC's revised guidance on hearings and outcomes.
10 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article
What should a registrant do if they find themselves the subject of a fitness to practise investigation?
14 May 2024 , 1 Min Article
Richard Hough and Brendan McAleese provide an overview of the considerations under employment law.
30 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
There is inequity in the financial support offered by the government to GP practices and pharmacies, as Richard Hough and Oskar Musial explain.
05 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
With Pharmacy First, a tension exists between the commercial interests of the pharmacy owner and the RP, says Richard Hough.
13 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Article
Our legal expert writer Richard Hough casts his eye on the government’s proposed changes to supervision.
16 Jan 2024 , 1 Min Article
Bella Stuart-Bourne from Charles Russell Speechlys goes through the key considerations for pharmacy tenants.
15 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
What are the key corporate matters you need to navigate to ensure you comply and protect your interests?
20 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article
We examine the advantages and risks of artificial intelligence on safety in the workplace.
06 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article
The NPA says some pharmacies are facing shortfalls of tens of thousands of pounds due to faulty payment system.
26 Jul 2024 , 3 Min Article
Community Pharmacy Wales outlines the terms of 2024-25 deal to frustrated contractors.
05 Jul 2024 , 3 Min Article
Community Pharmacy England chief executive Janet Morrison welcomed the Tories' manifesto but urged all parties to address "pharmacy’s funding crisis.”
11 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article
The party also promised to “build” on Pharmacy First and give "more prescribing rights and public health advisory services” to pharmacists.
10 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article
NPA chief executive Paul Rees welcomed Labour’s pledge to overhaul the business rates system to rejuvenate the high street.
10 Jun 2024 , 3 Min Article
Community Pharmacy Northern Ireland board member Joe McAleer said poor funding has left his pharmacies “living day-to-day.”
10 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article
The Health and Social Care Committee said that pharmacy's funding crisis, workforce problems and medicines shortages must be addressed.
29 May 2024 , 5 Min Article
Community Pharmacy England chief executive Janet Morrison said the negotiator is focused on “accelerating” the 2024-25 talks in the next few weeks.
23 May 2024 , 3 Min Article
What do independent pharmacists need to know when it comes to inheritance tax? Vinku Shah provides an insight.
22 May 2024 , 1 Min Article
The annual survey from Community Pharmacy England will now close at 12 noon on Monday April 8.
05 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
The summer eye care category is an opportunity for pharmacy teams to offer products and advice.
23 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
We guide independent pharmacists through the current VMS trends so they can stock products customers are looking for.
17 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
Whether it’s sunburn, insect bites, stings or digestive problems, patients need plenty of guidance.
14 May 2024 , 1 Min Article
Kathy Oxtoby looks at the care and support pharmacies can provide people with common feet and leg conditions.
30 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
Back pain causes significant disability among the population and it is becoming more common.
17 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
Not all mothers-to-be know what they can do to ensure they have a healthy pregnancy.
20 Mar 2024 , 1 Min Article
One in five men in the UK dies before the age of 65 but community pharmacies can play a key prevention role and prolong lives.
12 Mar 2024 , 1 Min Article
With a wide choice of active ingredients and formulations, Steve Titmarsh considers who might find topical analgesics helpful.
22 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Article
By collecting genetic samples, the Yellow Card Biobank aims to determine whether a suspected side effect was caused by a specific genetic trait.
13 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Article
Pfizer has started talking to Boots about stocking the Comirnaty Omicron XBB.1.5 Covid vaccine.
12 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Article