Global spending on cancer drugs tops US$100bnSpending on cancer drugs now tops US$100bn globally, a 10.3% rise over the past 12 months, with targeted therapies making up 48% of the total spend.…
Marijuana liquid may play a medicinal role in epilepsy Treatment with cannabidiol reduces seizure frequency for patients with certain epilepsy conditions, research suggests.…
Walgreens Boots Alliance announces surge in earningsThe newly-formed multinational pharmacy business Walgreens Boots Alliance has announced a surge in earnings and planned closures for 200 US pharmacies.…
Saturated fat: guidelines to reduce coronary heart disease risk are still valid A debate over whether saturated fat is bad for cardiovascular health has surfaced once again. The evidence still stands: its consumption should be limited.…
Developing antibacterial plastics Researchers in America have developed some bioplastics, made with albumin, soy or whey, that have antibacterial properties.…
US pharmacists association takes a stand against involvement in prisoner executionsPharmacists in the United States are being discouraged from taking part in executions of prisoners on the grounds that it goes against the ethos of the profession.…
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.…
Superdrug is first retailer in the world to sell DNA testing kit in store Superdrug has become the first retailer in the world to sell the 23andMe DNA testing kit in its stores, with the product positioned to reach as many customers as possible.…