Boots parent company sold to private equity firm in US$24bn deal The acquisition follows Walgreens Boots Alliance originally planning to sell Boots in January 2022 but halting the sale owing to a lack of suitable offers.…
Ian Irving (1940–2025)On 6 March 2025, Ian Irving MPharmS, aged 84 years, of Leyburn, North Yorkshire. Mr Irving registered with the Society in 1963.…
Call for Society Fellowship NominationsThe Panel of Fellows will be holding their next meeting in May 2025. Nominations for Society Fellowship must be received by the Secretary of the Panel of Fellows by 23 April 2025 to be considered at this meeting. Nominations need to be made by a current member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society …
Rapid on-site genetic sequencing could help curb antimicrobial-resistant outbreaks, says MHRA Researchers found that rapid on-site genetic sequencing detects bacterial infections within two days, which is “significantly faster“ than traditional methods.…
The role of pharmacy in HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis Pharmacists can play an important role in identifying and engaging with at risk individuals to promote PrEP awareness and uptake.…
NHS England to commission whooping cough vaccination service through community pharmacies The respiratory syncytial virus and pertussis vaccination service is aimed to help supplement vaccination programmes delivered by GPs and NHS trusts.…
Foundation trainees need experiential placements in hospices to help manage an ageing population As the population ages and requires more complex care, pharmacists should be trained early on how to use their skills in a hospice setting.…
Community pharmacy offers ‘key opportunity’ for increasing flu vaccination uptake in children, says NHS England chief Amanda Pritchard said exploring the use of other flu vaccination providers — including community pharmacy — to expand convenience was one of three “key opportunities to go further” identified by NHS England.…
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.…
GP practices must ensure IT systems allow pharmacy staff to record consultations, new contract says The 2025/2026 GP contract says GP Connect must be enabled to allow pharmacy staff to send consultation details into the GP practice workflow.…
