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Medicines

NPA wants greater flexibility to substitute medication to tackle shortages

Alarming NPA survey reveals growing impact of medicines shortages on patients.

10 Mar 2025 , 2 Min Article

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Public health

Paydens and Drinkaware join forces over alcohol campaign

Pharmacists are using a screening tool to assess and advise on people’s drinking habits.

27 Feb 2025 , 2 Min Article

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Medicines

Updated safety information issued for valproate

Review by two specialists not required for men taking valproate.

20 Feb 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Regulations

GPhC wants extra safeguards to prevent unsafe online meds supply

Regulator has identified “significant risks” to patient safety.

18 Sep 2024 , 2 Min Article

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Asthma & COPD

Ask About Asthma campaign focuses on young people

Resources and educational support available for pharmacists.

16 Jul 2024 , 2 Min Article

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Public health

Coroner urges review of special container status after Clopixol suicide

Sunderland coroner issues report after inquest makes a finding of suicide.

20 Mar 2024 , 3 Min Article

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