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Utrogestan SSP extended while atomoxetine price increases

The serious shortage protocol for utrogestan 100mg capsules has been extended until September 29.

01 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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MPs call for naloxone programme in England with pharmacy at its centre

Bring England in line with the devolved nations, Home Affair Committee urges in wide-ranging report

31 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Flu and Covid vaccination programmes brought forward

This year’s “shambolic” booster campaign will now start on September 11 because of variant warning.

31 Aug 2023 , 6 Min Article

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Wicker Pharmacy saves two lives after taking naloxone training

Wicker Pharmacy is run by Martin Bennett (pictured) whose trainee pharmacy technician Joseph Ridge helped someone who collapsed in the street.

31 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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MHRA issues reminder about risks of fluoroquinolone antibiotics

The MHRA said systemic fluoroquinolones “can cause long-lasting, disabling and potentially irreversible side-effects."

30 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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NHS funds 500 pharmacists to train as prescribing supervisors

HEE announces 1,000 funded training places, including 500 for Designated Prescribing Practitioners

30 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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NHS rolls out mobile blood pressure teams as pharmacy checks soar

Local council and NHS services targeting hard-to-reach patients as pharmacy checks climb

29 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Independents in Scotland take over LloydsPharmacy branches

Richard Graham, who runs Callendar Pharmacy on Falkirk High Street, acquired Lloyds branches in Thornhill Road and Main Street, Camelon.

29 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Alcohol-related deaths in Scotland hit highest level in 14 years, data reveals

National Records of Scotland figures show 1,276 people died in 2022, the highest number since 2008.

29 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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PDA calls for regulation of non-registered healthcare managers

Union has “significant concerns” about unregulated managers exerting authority over registered community pharmacists.

25 Aug 2023 , 3 Min Article

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RPS: Pharmacies can continue to reduce drug deaths in Scotland

RPS Scotland director Laura Wilson welcomed the “initial steps” the government took including making naloxone available in pharmacies.

25 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Educational pathway launched for newly qualified pharmacists

NHS England has introduced the Newly Qualified Pharmacist pathway to meet the development needs of young pharmacists.

25 Aug 2023 , 2 Min Article

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Council defends awarding sexual health contract to private providers

Newcastle City Council insists it extensively engaged with the public before opening the bidding. But did pharmacies lodge bids?

24 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Titan PMR owner invests in young engineers’ pharmacy communication app

Tariq Muhammad invests six-figure sum in PharmAppy

24 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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PDA secures £65k unpaid wages for locums

Union helps members fight 'wage theft' cases with their employers

24 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Diabetes drug shortages not expected to resolve until mid-2024

Supply problems having “significant impact” on clinicians and causing “anxiety and concern” for patients.

24 Aug 2023 , 4 Min Article

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