Medical conditions

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: characteristics and diagnosis

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by age-inappropriate levels of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. This article outlines how to recognise ADHD and support patients and families following a diagnosis.…

Thousands of NHS patients with prostate or breast cancer eligible for new targeted treatment

NHS England says around 800 people in England could be eligible for olaparib treatment each year.…

NHS England appears to drop plans for pharmacy sore throat testing service

Exclusive: The sore throat test and treat service has also been removed from the Professional Records Standards Body's updated pharmacy IT standards.…

Leading health bodies publish joint safety alert on HRT prescribing 

The statement says that the increasing number of women being prescribed high doses of oestrogen is not in line with any clinical guideline.…

Signs, symptoms and management of pancreatitis

Pancreatitis can be acute or chronic. Learn about the signs, symptoms and management strategies for both types.…

Fewer than one in ten patients carry anticoagulation safety card

The findings of the latest community pharmacy oral anticoagulant safety audit have prompted NHS England to propose the creation of a digital version of the yellow cards for smartphones.…

NICE approves new drug for chronic kidney disease and diabetes 

Results from a phase III study of more than 5,000 adults suggested that finerenone improved kidney function and helped slow the worsening of chronic kidney disease.…

NHS tenders contract to train 500 supervisors for independent prescribing pharmacists

The contract follows warnings of a shortage of designated prescribing practitioners to supervise pharmacists who are training to become independent prescribers.…

Test your knowledge of paediatric health

An opportunity to test your knowledge on various aspects of paediatric health, from medicines and vaccinations to respiratory and dermatological conditions.…

‘Pandemic of tragedy’: the deaths caused by gaps in online drug supply regulations

In the past ten years, multiple people have died after taking drugs they purchased online, with coroners warning that people will continue to do so without tighter regulations in place.…