NICE offers advice on gastro-oesophageal reflux in childrenThe National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has published its first clinical guideline on the management of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in infants and children.…
Developing studies to test drug safety as a research fellow In her role as principal research fellow at the Drug Safety Research Unit, Deborah Layton uses principles of pharmacoepidemiology to develop studies to help assess the safety of drugs.…
The public trusts pharmacists but not to the same degree as other health professionals, survey shows The public trusts the advice given by a community pharmacist but the degree of trust is lower than that afforded to other health professionals, according to an IPSOS/Mori poll.…
Risk of heart problems prompts removal of OTC diclofenac from UK pharmacy shelves Oral diclofenac tablets, used for short-term pain relief, will no longer be available as an over-the-counter pharmacy medicine in the UK.…
Wilson Kingsway Dolor Sokoh diesOn 23 September 2014, Wilson Kingsway Dolor Sokoh MRPharmS, aged 70, of Westcliff-on-sea, Essex. Mr Sokoh registered with the Society in 1973.…
Michael Barry Waterhouse diesOn 4 January, Michael Barry Waterhouse MRPharmS, aged 56, of 96 Burcott Lane, Bierton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP22 5AS. Mr Waterhouse registered with the Society in 1980.…
Smokers’ metabolism of nicotine could point to the best way to quit The speed at which smokers metabolise nicotine may suggest the most effective smoking cessation method – either varenicline or the nicotine patch.…
Pharmacy urged to push for role in new models of care RPS calls for local leaders to ensure pharmacy is included in pilots of new models of care.…
How retired pharmacists can stay in touch with their profession Retirement does not have to mean losing touch with your profession — there is a wealth of ways for pharmacists to stay connected.…
Depot contraceptive linked to increased risk of HIV infection Analysis finds the long acting birth control injection could increase the risk of HIV infection in women, with the highest risk observed in sex workers.…