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Impact of antibiotic ADRs on patients revealed

“Antibiotic side-effects can significantly disrupt patients’ lives”, say the authors of a new study

26 Jan 2026

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Opinion: RPS insurance offer – this feels underhand to me

In the year of its transformation into a Royal College, the RPS seems to be focused on what is best for itself, not its members – as the row over its professional liability insurance shows. By Liam Stapleton.

23 Jan 2026

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Pharmacies to offer expanded vaccination services

DHSC wants to create a “vaccination system fit for the future” with pharmacy much more involved.

22 Jan 2026

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Supporting sexual wellbeing: a natural fit for pharmacy

The recent extension to the Pharmacy Contraception Service in England is recognition that the community sector has much to offer in supporting sexual wellbeing. But how did this role develop and what innovations might occur in the future? Rod Tucker explains.

21 Jan 2026

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Improving diagnosis in reflux and dyspepsia

We explore how community pharmacy teams can help more patients receive appropriate treatment for common GI concerns.

21 Jan 2026

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Demystifying pharmacy practice research

This module focuses on practice research, its importance, and how community pharmacists and their teams can get involved with research activities.

20 Jan 2026

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Pharmacy Magazine Podcast – Talking Pharmacy 2026, episode 1

It's the first pod of the year, so what better time for the Editors to peer review into their crystal ball and give their pharmacy predictions, good and bad, for 2026 – but do you agree? Send in a voice note to *pm@1530.com* and let us know!

20 Jan 2026

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A new start – it’s the only way the Royal College can succeed

Pharmacy’s new Royal College absolutely must not be just another rebranding of the RPS. Instead this is a golden opportunity to embrace a complete reincarnation, says Steve Churton.

19 Jan 2026

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Commentary: Gather round, listen in...

Pharmacy has an emerging role to play in driving a cultural shift towards preventative ear and hearing healthcare, believes Dr Krishan Ramdoo.

09 Jan 2026

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Pharmacy supervision changes enacted at last

Pharmacists can now authorise support staff to hand out checked and bagged prescriptions.

08 Jan 2026

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ITV News reports photo-editing software used to obtain weight management drugs

GPhC responds to ITV News report that people using photo-editing software to obtain weight management medicines.

06 Jan 2026

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Pharmacist who made nearly 700 fraudulent NMS claims suspended

Riza Shahid Ali falsified a record to show an NMS intervention occurred on August 18, 2022 even though the patient died on May 14, 2021.

06 Jan 2026

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Magnesium deficiency: risks, diagnosis and supplementation

Magnesium deficiency is common, often overlooked and frequently masked by normal blood test results. Understanding risk factors and whether medicines are involved, as well as optimal supplementation, is essential for community pharmacy teams.

02 Jan 2026

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Happy Christmas and best wishes for a (more) prosperous 2026!

Season's greetings from Pharmacy Magazine, Independent Community Pharmacist, P3 and Training Matters.

23 Dec 2025

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Many pharmacies 'hanging on by a thread' says CPE

Over 80 per cent of pharmacy owners are concerned about their business, with a further 2.6 per cent ‘very concerned’, says latest CPE poll.

23 Dec 2025

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Fluticasone 0.05pc nasal spray reclassified to be available for children aged 12 and over

MHRA reclassifies fluticasone nasal spray as a P medicine for those aged 12 years and over, available from February 2026.

16 Dec 2025

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