PJ, 4/11 April 2015, Vol 294, No 7856/7

Mandatory vaccination will protect all citizens

We cannot allow freedom of choice to endanger the lives of whole populations, so governments need to step up efforts to enforce vaccinations.…

Tetanus injection boosts immune response, researchers find

Researchers have induced a stronger immune response to dendritic cell therapy in patients with glioblastoma using injections of tetanus and diphtheria toxins.…

Pharmacists in GP surgeries is a pragmatic solution

Joint working between pharmacy and GP organisations will ensure both professions are heading in the same direction and remain focused on patient outcomes.…

Pre-registration training: is ‘good enough’ good enough?

Following reports of dissatisfaction with pre-registration training, Claire Anderson, English Pharmacy Board member, and Tom Gray, head of professional and clinical leadership at the University of Nottingham School of Pharmacy, ask whether the programme is fit for purpose.…

Mandatory vaccination will protect all citizens

We cannot allow freedom of choice to endanger the lives of whole populations, so governments need to step up efforts to enforce vaccinations.…

Useful tips and advice on how to sell your pharmacy

‘Selling your pharmacy for all it’s worth’ by Anne Hutchings.…

Step into the limelight – pharmacists to take the lead in advancing the management of acid reflux

So, step into the limelight!  In this article we review the current thinking in the management of heartburn and acid reflux in community pharmacies, and provide guidance and practical tools for the entire pharmacy team to support a customer-centric approach to care.…

Vernon Thompson dies

On 22 February 2015, Vernon Thompson, aged 86, of Folly Road, Mildenhall, Suffolk IP28 7AD. Mr Thompson registered with the Society in 1953 and left in 2005.…

Crohn’s disease investigational drug shows promise, phase II trial shows

Mongersen, an investigational agent being developed by Celgene, has been tested in Crohn’s disease and researchers have seen clinical remission in some patients.…

Promoting medical innovation as a pharmaceutical scientist

Zahid Latif has worked in drug discovery projects across the UK and now leads efforts to promote innovative medical research collaborations between industry and academia.…