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Boots UK to offer lateral flow tests for £2.50 at 400 stores

Boots has announced plans to sell lateral flow tests at over 400 stores from early March.

22 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Groups of Covid anti-vaxxers intimidate pharmacy staff

The Pharmacists’ Defence Association says its members have been subjected to verbal abuse and intimidation.

22 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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PSNC 'discussing' Pharmacy Collect with DH as free LFD supply to end

The future provision of lateral flow devices from community pharmacies is under discussion.

22 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Six Lincolnshire Co-op branches alter opening hours and close on Saturdays

Covid infections have forced staff to self-isolate.

22 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Community pharmacies to lead on vaccinations for 5-11 year olds

Pharmacy-led sites will be main providers for younger cohort, with GPs taking a back seat.

21 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Pharmacy teams on 'high alert' amid spike in patient aggression

A small but significant rise in aggressive patients is draining resources, says CPS.

18 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Equality and equity are not the same thing

Reforms to PSNC/LPCs are a once-in-a-generation opportunity but I'm not sure independents realise what’s at stake, says Nick Kaye.

18 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Staffordshire pharmacies sold through 'confidential process'

The two pharmacies have been sold for an undisclosed sum.

17 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Number of PCN pharmacists up 11pc in three months

There are now just under 3,000 FTE pharmacists working in primary care networks.

17 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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The distinctive voice of independents must be heard

As the RSG reforms progress, there's a risk they could build in a perpetual majority for the multiples within PSNC, says Sanjeev Panesar. 
 

17 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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General Pharmaceutical Council appoints new chair

Gisela Abbam has extensive experience in the health and life sciences sector and the formulation of public policy.

16 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Widespread ethnic inequalities exist across the NHS, warns report

BAME workers suffered from an ethnic pay gap in most NHS sectors.

16 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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SSPs issued for Lipitor 10mg and 20mg chewable tablets

The SSPs were issued due to what is described as "a significant ongoing disruption" to supply.

15 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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We must address the root causes of burnout in pharmacy

Community pharmacy has been hit by wage stagnation and a drain of talent to primary care roles, says Mohammed Hussain.

15 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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GP flu jab competition giving way to 'partnership,' says LPC chief

Weekly meetings involving pharmacies and GPs have fostered collaboration says London LPC chief.

15 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Potential bidders for Boots have two weeks to make an offer

Initial bids are to be submitted by the end of the month according to reports.

14 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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