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News , 1 min article
There is a quiet confidence among RPS loyalists that the vote will go their way. But they should not ignore the consequences if it doesn’t.
Views, 30 Oct 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
If your objective is to be perfect, you will do less, reduce the risks you take and seek out fewer adventures in life, says Peter Kelly.
Views, 02 Oct 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
National Pharmacy Association chief executive Paul Rees said “we don’t plough our own furrow. We work with organisations.”
Views, 25 Sep 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Community Pharmacy Northern Ireland’s energies are focused too much on lower profit margins of the multiples, says Terry Maguire.
Views, 25 Sep 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Martin Luther King said 'if you can’t walk, then crawl. But whatever you do, keep moving forward.’ The same applies to pharmacy, says Nick Kaye.
Views, 18 Sep 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
NHS England is bleeding pharmacies of funding!
Views, 04 Sep 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Finally, after 25 years, it's got momentum but it’s difficult to retain a positive spin with the chaos that's emerging, says Terry Maguire.
Views, 28 Aug 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Midwives, nurses and doctors in hospitals are fighting a much tougher battle than me and my pharmacy, says Peter Kelly.
Views, 21 Aug 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
What was health secretary's Wes Streeting's pledge about 40,000 more primary care appointments really about, ponders Nick Kaye.
Views, 07 Aug 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Medicines shortages should be at the top of Wes Streeting's in-tray.
Views, 31 Jul 2024 Neil Trainis , 1 Min Article
Peter Kelly meets the needs of patients and entertains pub-goers with his own brand of comedy.
18 Sep 2024 , 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
We take a look at attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
05 Nov 2024 , 1 Min Module
We take a look at the developments supporting the therapeutic applications of psychoactive drugs.
09 Oct 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.
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
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
With thousands of international pharmacy students in the UK, should pharmacy owners become approved sponsors with the Home Office?
05 Nov 2024 , 1 Min Article
We refresh pharmacists’ knowledge on veterinary medicines following legislative changes to the regulations this year.
09 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
Richard Hough and Thorrun Govind examine the regulations that helped pharmacists support patients during and after the CrowdStrike outage.
11 Sep 2024 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacists must be aware of critical factors when supplying weight loss medications to ensure safety and compliance.
09 Aug 2024 , 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
Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Gibson said pharmacists and other healthcare providers “feel taken for granted, let down and scared.”
08 Nov 2024 , 1 Min Article
Increased NHS spend could help reverse decline of pharmacies, suggests Sadik Al-Hassan.
05 Nov 2024 , 3 Min Article
We are just over halfway through the 2024-25 tax year. and this may be a good opportunity to review your personal tax positions, writes Vinku Shah.
22 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
Financial expert Vinku Shah examines some of the ways independents can boost their OTC trade to generate more cash.
16 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacy First payment threshold will remain at 20 until 2025
14 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
A Pharmacy Show panel zooms in on financial pain points
14 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
Paul Rees played down concerns the NPA's work-to-rule strategy risks alienating the government.
14 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
The National Pharmacy Association said NHSBSA double counted pharmacies and included “pharmacies that have shut their doors" in its figures.
10 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacy minister Stephen Kinnock has reassured community pharmacy that “sustainable funding solutions” are needed.
07 Oct 2024 , 3 Min Article
“We must think about how we improve the use of independent prescriber skills,” CPE chief executive Janet Morrison said.
07 Oct 2024 , 2 Min Article
Many women feel unsupported during the menopause. There’s a strong need for high quality information, writes Victoria Goldman.
22 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
Insomnia and associated stress take their toll on people and can be associated with more serious conditions.
31 Jul 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