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Community Pharmacy
Is it time for the CQC to regulate pharmacies in England?
The expansion of clinical services in community pharmacies has brought to light the need for effective regulation to ensure patient safety and quality of care. The current regulatory framework in pharmacy clinical services is in its infancy compared to the robust...
Revolutionising Access to Healthcare: NHS Pharmacy First
In a ground-breaking move, the National Health Service (NHS) in England has launched the Pharmacy First initiative, welcoming a new era of accessible and convenient healthcare. Patients can now receive treatment for seven common conditions directly from their local...
Neglected Tropical Diseases: are you talking about them?
In the realms of travel health, there exists a group of diseases that are often overlooked, yet have profound implications for vulnerable populations worldwide. Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) are a cluster of infectious diseases that primarily affect people living...
Measles threat: a call to action
Measles is an extremely contagious viral disease than can lead to serious complications and in some cases death. It is especially dangerous in infants and children under five, pregnant women and those who are immunocompromised. Measles, once on the brink of...