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I fear Football on Prescription is missing something huge

I felt conflicted as I read about a scheme launched by the green industrialist Dale Vince and Labour MP Simon Opher, says ICP editor Neil Trainis.

22 Jul 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Football on Prescription scheme tackles antidepressant overprescribing in Stroud

GP surgeries in Gloucestershire are taking part in a scheme to help people over the age of 50 improve their mental health by prescribing them football matches.

21 Jul 2025 , 1 Min Article

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It’s sad that we prescribe socialising

There is a loneliness epidemic in this country which can manifest itself in poor mental health. Peter Kelly explains.

11 Apr 2025 , 1 Min Article

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CPD module: Social prescribing

How independent pharmacists can establish a better understanding of the basis and application of social prescribing processes.

04 Feb 2025 , 1 Min Module

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