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Concerns rise as RSG proposals delayed

The Review Steering Group’s proposals for contractor representation in England have been delayed into 2022. Not everyone is happy about the process so far

23 Dec 2021

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Consumers adopt more sustainable lifestyles

Sustainability is a key motivator for consumers in many purchasing decisions, and personal care is no exception

01 Dec 2021

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Inhaler switching ramps up for NHS

The NHS is now using incentives to go green, while the private sector too is creating greener recycling options 

01 Dec 2021

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This time for original pack dispensing?

Original pack dispensing has been rumbling around the Department of Health for decades; now the Government has finally opened a consultation

01 Dec 2021

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An increasingly fragile network?

The latest NHS Business Services Authority figures suggest the financial challenges for community pharmacy are increasing. 

01 Dec 2021

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Healthy view ahead for pharmacy

While pharmacists say more patients are heading their way for advice on how to maintain healthy vision, eyes are still a low priority for many people

01 Dec 2021

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Sore throat: the case for self care

Misunderstood by one in five, sore throats are a prime case for pharmacy-supported self care

01 Dec 2021

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It's time to quit

As ‘Smokefree 2030’ approaches, more smokers are being encouraged to quit, but will it be enough? We look at the new measures and what they mean for community pharmacy.

01 Dec 2021

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Stretched but bouncing back

Brexit and the pandemic have tested medicines supply chains. What lessons have been learned to mitigate future shortages?

01 Dec 2021

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Broken reputations

Trust and reputation are everything, so when employees bring shame on a business, there’s a need to protect it, but you have to be fair when investigating too 

01 Dec 2021

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Covid winding up restrictions eased

To protect their commercial interests, businesses should be alive to changes as insolvency legislation continues to evolve, say Solicitors Melania Constable and Georgina O’Sullivan 

01 Dec 2021

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Listen up

Ear wax removal is proving a profitable new service for many pharmacies

07 Nov 2021

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Gut feeling

Understanding of the impact of the gut microbiome is growing

07 Nov 2021

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Tax change on the way

A simplification of tax rules could accelerate tax liabilities for many businesses

07 Nov 2021

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Businesses under attack

Cyber security breaches can be costly, so it's wise to assess and manage the risks to your systems

07 Nov 2021

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