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Weight-loss drug to be offered to patients at risk of stroke or heart attack

In response to the new recommendation, sector leaders have called for the NHS to “mobilise the pharmacy network” as weight-loss medications are offered to an increasing number of patients.…

Published: 1 April 2026

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Coroner highlights delays in pharmacies processing repeat prescriptions after patient death

The coroner noted that the patient’s consultant neurologist indicated that in some areas, pharmacies can take up to ten days to process prescriptions.…

Published: 31 March 2026

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COVID-19 vaccines not associated with sudden death in healthy young people

The researchers found no significant difference between the first, second and third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in terms of increased risk of sudden cardiac death in healthy young patients.…

Published: 31 March 2026

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Government and industry taskforce to increase innovation in UK medicines

The initiative will involve the NHS and National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, alongside patient groups and charities.…

Published: 31 March 2026

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Health officials warn over persistent rise in Shigella infections

In addition to rising Shigella case numbers, UK Health Security Agency data has highlighted increasing levels of antimicrobial resistance.…

Published: 30 March 2026

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All-Wales Medicines Strategy Group publishes framework on self-administration of medicines in hospital

The guidance says that enabling patients to be involved in the management of their medicines can improve “adherence, safety and health literacy”.…

Published: 30 March 2026

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Safety risks for hospital patients treated with insulin highlighted in report

According to a report by the Health Services Safety and Investigations Body, most inpatient diabetes care is delivered by non-specialist staff who “may lack confidence and/or competence” in diabetes management.…

Published: 30 March 2026

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Pharmacy contract for 2026/2027 delayed

Community Pharmacy England said that it is “not yet clear” when negotiations will conclude.…

Published: 27 March 2026

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President elected for Royal College of Pharmacy

The newly established national pharmacy advisory councils also elected vice president/chairs, vice chairs and Senate members.…

Published: 27 March 2026

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Health news round-up: antidepressants, hospital admissions and rheumatology workforce

A weekly summary of important developments in pharmacy and health news that you may have missed.…

Published: 27 March 2026