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How do we solve a problem like medicines adherence?

Despite decades of research, rates of adherence to medicines remain stubbornly low. New ways of thinking and innovative use of technology may help us turn a corner.…

Published: 16 April 2025

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The big online pharmacy clampdown

Distance-selling pharmacies continue to fail inspections at a higher rate than their bricks-and-mortar counterparts. Will the General Pharmaceutical Council’s latest guidance successfully clamp down on rogue operators, or is more action needed?…

Published: 9 April 2025

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First UK joint asthma guidance: what does it mean for practice?

In this episode of The PJ Pod, we explore the main changes and implications for practice brought about by the UK-wide joint asthma guideline.…

Published: 8 April 2025

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Delivering advanced services under the new pharmacy contract

Data obtained by The Pharmaceutical Journal show that one in ten pharmacies have withdrawn from an advanced service since 2021, but will the new funding make it easier for them to deliver these services?…

Published: 3 April 2025

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Spotlight: MPharm ethnicity awarding gap rewidens

In this Spotlight episode of The PJ Pod, we discuss The Pharmaceutical Journal’s latest analysis of MPharm awarding gap data from 2021/2022 and 2022/2023.…

Published: 28 March 2025

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The ethnicity awarding gap: ‘not a problem that is easily solved’

Narrowing of the ethnicity awarding gap for UK pharmacy graduates recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic has not been sustained.…

Published: 27 March 2025

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The journey towards dedicated pharmacy support for all emergency departments

NHS trusts in England have started taking the first steps towards a dedicated pharmacy service for emergency departments, but there is a long way to go before each trust has the recommended support in place.…

Published: 19 March 2025

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Understanding the role of sex hormones in asthma

Asthma is more common and can be more serious in women. Understanding the role of hormones in this disease could improve outcomes and eventually lead to the development of new treatment options.…

Published: 5 March 2025

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Disagreement and conflict in teams

This episode of The PJ Pod explores common causes of conflict in the pharmacy workplace and outlines how staff members and managers can avoid or resolve conflict scenarios.…

Published: 20 February 2025

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Allergic rhinitis: diagnosis and treatment

Allergic rhinitis can have a significant impact on quality of life, as well as performance in school and at work. In most cases, symptoms can be treated with a variety of products available from community pharmacies.…

Published: 19 February 2025

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