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Scotland funds 186 more IP training places for pharmacists

Health Education for Scotland announces "huge increase" in places on prescribing courses.

10 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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NHS reviewing claims that pharmacy overcharged for prescription

London pharmacy defends its attempts to prevent dispensing drugs at a loss.

10 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Knights takes number of pharmacies to 98 with Cecil Jones deal

Knights bought Pearns Pharmacies Limited last year, Norchem Healthcare in 2015 and Vittoria Healthcare in 2017.

10 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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HubRx founder: We want to transform pharmacy operations

Daniel Lee elaborates on his claims that hub and spoke can help independents boost profits.

09 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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PDA: RSG proposals leave employed pharmacists and locums with no voice

The RSG said contractors have been clear that only business owners must have a vote.

09 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Strong support to carry on remote FtP hearings, says GPhC

Almost 80 per cent agree that remote hearings are positive for patients and registrants.

09 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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RPS losing members, annual accounts reveal

Society reveals it lost over 1,500 members in 2021.

06 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Javid meets pharmacists to discuss HRT shortages

Health secretary meets with sector representatives to address HRT supply problems.

06 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Prince Charles pays tributes to pharmacists at special reception

He praised pharmacies' pandemic efforts and the 'inspiring' diversity of the profession.

05 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Pfizer recalls batches of Accupro over potential safety risk

Batches found to contain potentially dangerous levels of an organic compound that could cause cancer.

05 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Statins may protect against Parkinsonian symptoms

The reduction in Parkinsonism was more marked in those receiving higher doses.

05 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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CCA says it backs RSG proposals – but NPA gives little away

The National Pharmacy Association did not say if it would advise its members to vote one way or another.

04 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Exercise better than paracetamol for osteoarthritis, says NICE

'Regular and consistent exercise' is the first line treatment, says NICE.

04 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Pharmacy Covid vaccine sites could be closed down, says NHES&I

Sites may be paused or closed down if commissioners decide they don't represent value for money.

04 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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GPhC confirms new standards for revalidation accounts

The GPhC said reflective accounts can involve a pharmacy professional’s experiences during Covid.

03 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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High-level talks on obesity produce recommendations on pharmacy’s role

The event concluded everyone with diabetes should have access to weight management services in pharmacies.

03 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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