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Crossing borders and breaking barriers: why we need to truly value global contributions to pharmacy and healthcare

Principal pharmacist Rafia Jamil shares her journey as an “overseas pharmacist” and how her experience of equality, diversity and inclusion within pharmacy has been complex but hopeful.…

Brands help patients choose most appropriate OTC drugs

Nearly two-thirds of respondents to a survey by consumer healthcare association PAGB said trust in a brand influenced their decision to buy over-the-counter medicines.…

Almost 90% of pharmacies report abuse from ineligible COVID-19 vaccination patients, survey reveals

The National Pharmacy Association survey of 450 pharmacies in England found that “at least half” of the average pharmacy's COVID-19 vaccination appointments were made by ineligible people.…

NHS urges sector to take advantage of AI scribes

NHS England says ambient voice technologies could save clinicians two to three minutes for each patient by generating a transcript and clinical summary of consultations.…

Guild of Healthcare Pharmacists recommends ‘ring-fencing’ diamorphine stock amid supply issues

Medicine supply alerts sent in December 2025 and January 2026 have requested that prescribers switch to morphine sulphate 10mg/1mL injections, where possible.…

Reimburse business rates for pharmacies like GPs and dentists, says NPA

The National Pharmacy Association has told the government community pharmacies should be exempt from business rates to combat rising pharmacy closures and address funding gaps.…

GPhC inspection framework update adds guidance on supervision, websites and weight loss

The General Pharmaceutical Council inspection framework replaces the previous version from 2019, with additional guidance on supervision and delegation, hub-and-spoke services and prescribing.…

Digital dispensing device pilot helps participants remain in their own homes

Under the Welsh government-funded scheme, two automated medicine dispensing devices remind patients to take their medication and offer the correct dose at the right time.…

Beyond the legal floor: raising the ceiling on neurodivergence in pharmacy

Neurodivergence among pharmacy staff should be embraced and regarded as a strength that, when used well, is a genuine asset to pharmacy.…

Jhoots Pharmacy enters administration

Administrators have filed two sets of proposals with Companies House for firms that operated Jhoots branches.…