CMA to investigate ‘rocketing prices’ of antibiotics for Strep A cases – Sky
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation following ‘rocketing prices of antibiotics in the wake of Strep A cases’, Sky News...
NI government acknowledges ‘tireless’ work of pharmacies, wholesalers in antibiotic supply
The Department of Health in Northern Ireland has acknowledged the efforts of community pharmacies, wholesalers and procurement teams in securing supply of antibiotics for the...
PDA supports pharmacists impacted by Integrated Care Systems
The Pharmacists’ Defence Association (PDA) is supporting pharmacists in England whose employment has been impacted by the creation of new NHS structures.
As a result...
MHRA reviews into safe use of valproate
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has advised ‘no one should stop taking valproate without advice from their healthcare professional.’
The latest data...
Health Secretary announces £175m funding for cutting-edge genomics research
The Health and Social Care Secretary has announced over £175 million funding to boost genomics research in the UK.
Through this funding, the government aims...
Government warned of ‘very serious impact’ as antibiotic prices soar
The PSNC on Friday said it has warned the DHSC about the “very serious impact” of the limited supply of certain antibiotics on pharmacies...
DHSC issues medicine supply notification for antibiotics to treat Group A Strep
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has issued a medicine supply notification for antibiotics for the treatment of Group A Strep.
“Supplies of antibiotics...
Amgen to acquire rare disease specialist Horizon in biggest buyout of year
Amgen Inc on Monday agreed to buy Horizon Therapeutics Plc in a deal valued at $27.8 billion (£22.67bn), fortifying its rare diseases portfolio in...
How Pharmacy Can Help You With Your Dental Problems
There are many reasons why people might need help with their dental problems. Maybe they don't have insurance, or maybe they just don't have...
iGAS: David Webb asks pharmacies to order antibiotics ‘sensibly’
With higher than usual number of cases of scarlet fever, caused by invasive Group A streptococci (iGAS) infections being reported in children across the...
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