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Women’s health
In accordance with government strategies to prioritise women’s health across England, Scotland, and Wales, and publication of the RPS position statement, The Pharmaceutical Journal has undertaken a comprehensive review of related content and resources to identify gaps and enhance the discoverability of our existing content.
Our content is now mapped across the life course, covering both reproductive and general health needs; highlighting priority areas where pharmacists have the potential to improve the experience of their patients.
Latest news
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National pharmacy board meetings: February 2024
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NHS issues 500,000 HRT prepayment certificates since April 2023
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Almost 3,000 pharmacies sign up to provide service to initiate contraception
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HRT associated with 46% increase in rheumatoid arthritis, suggest study results
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Non-hormonal treatment for menopause vasomotor symptoms approved for use in the UK
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Medicines regulator approves anastrozole for prevention of breast cancer in post-menopausal women
Women, research and clinical trials
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Why we need to talk about sex and clinical trials
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RPS calls for more research on how medicines work in women
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Sex bias in drug research: a call for change
Spotlight
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Each month we highlight topical content from across the life course to support unplanned learning.