PJ, 12 September 2015, Vol 295, No 7879

Omega-3 supplements fail to slow cognitive decline

Using supplements of omega-3 fatty acids or other nutrients found in green leafy vegetables does not slow down cognitive decline in older people, according to new research.…

Discharge summaries must be electronic from October 2016, says NHS England

All discharge summaries for patients transferring from hospitals in England to the care of their GP must be completed electronically from October 2016, as part of new digital standards being introduced by the government.…

Target six high-risk drugs during medication reviews, say researchers

Researchers have identified six high-risk medicines or combinations of high-risk medicines that should be targeted in medicines reviews to reduce iatrogenic disease in older people.…

Local practice forum events: 21 September – 14 October 2015

Monday 21 September: East Anglia Local practice forum event, ‘Clinical pharmacists in general practice; what might this mean for the profession?’ University of East Anglia, Norwich Research Park, Norwich NR4 7TJ. Event 7–9pm. Contact lianne.denton@rpharms.…

We need more industry QPs

The demand for Qualified Persons (QPs) is growing. More QPs are retiring than are qualifying. Before retiring, my colourful portfolio as a QP included assessing the quality of medicines for Atlantic salmon, sheep, goats and rabbits, and investigational medicinal products. Specialised tra…

Review highlights most effective H pylori eradication strategies

Among strategies used to eradicate Helicobacter pylori infection in adults, the previously recommended seven days of standard triple treatment was the least effective, according to a review.…

Example job descriptions for practice pharmacists published in GP guide

Pharmacy body’s guide gives a sense of the qualifications, skills and experience pharmacists may need to work in general practice.…

Beta blockers may prolong survival in ovarian cancer patients

Taking a certain type of beta blocker could prolong the lives of women with ovarian cancer by up to five years, a study published in Cancer suggests.…

Tuesday 15 September: RPS Faculty webinar

Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Faculty webinar, ‘You, your professional practice and the Faculty’. Learn about how using the Faculty assessment supports your professional practice. Find out how the Faculty supports the forthcoming continuing fitness to practise requirements…

Aspirin reduces long-term risk of cancer in obese patients

Obesity is associated with a greater risk of colorectal cancer in patients with Lynch syndrome but this risk is offset by taking aspirin regularly, an international study shows.…