COVID-19

Boots signs up for asymptomatic testing pilot

Boots UK is taking part in a pilot to assess whether Covid-19 testing is effective for asymptomatic individuals working in certain jobs.

FIP updates Covid guidance for pharmacy teams

The updated guidance from FIP covers clinical information, treatment guidelines, advice for pharmacy teams and frequently asked questions.

Market for pharmacies largely unaffected by pandemic

Hutchings' Scott Hayton says it's been business as usual for buyers and sellers of pharmacies during the pandemic.

Over a million quit smoking during Covid-19

Over a million people in the UK have quit smoking since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. 

GPhC prepared to pursue employers over Covid risk assessments

The GPhC is prepared to investigate employers who fail to carry out covid-19 risk assessments, chief executive Duncan Rudkin has said.

RPS: Pharmacy must be at heart of second wave Covid plans

RPS president Sandra Gidley warns pharmacy "must be at the heart" of planning for a second wave of Covid-19. 

Face coverings to be compulsory in pharmacies in England

Members of the public are to be told that from July 24 they will need to wear face coverings in shops and supermarkets in England or face a fine.

Boots online sales 'at Black Friday levels' as footfall plummets

Boots executives have described how the company’s online business has skyrocketed while in-store retail sales have dropped by almost half.

CCA pushes for more flexibility to deliver flu jabs

CCA wants the scope to deliver the vaccine in new locations such as town halls and places of worship.

NI pre-reg students to sit assessment on August 11

Pre-registration MPharm candidates in Northern Ireland are to sit their registration assessment on August 11, the PSNI has confirmed. 

Rise in alcohol hospital admission linked to cuts

Researchers have found increases in alcohol-related hospital admissions is linked to spending cuts. 

New Pharmacy Quality Scheme agreed by PSNC

A revised pharmacy quality scheme for the first part of 2020-21 has been agreed.

Public perception of pharmacy improved during Covid-19

The public’s perception of pharmacy improved during the coronavirus outbreak, according to an NPA survey. 

Benefits of steroids in inhalers outweighs risk say researchers

The advantages of using inhalers and nebulisers containing steroids outweigh the risks, claim researchers. 

 

PSNC kicks off Covid-19 funding negotiations with Government

PSNC says the issue of ‘how and when’ cash advances totalling £370m might need to be repaid by community pharmacies will dominate talks. 

Study to look at long term impacts of Covid-19

The study's findings will support the development of strategies for clinical and rehabilitation care