13 h. ago Drug shortages put patients at risk with chemists unable to dispense prescriptions daily, health leaders warn

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) said the Government must urgently grant much greater flexibility for pharmacists (pictured, file photos) to substitute medication when it is safe to do so.

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14 h. ago Alarm raised over patient risk as 'frustrating' pharmacy rule causes crisis

Patients are being put at risk by medicine supply shortages and strict rules on prescriptions in pharmacies, health leaders have warned.

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14 h. ago Patients being put at risk by medicine supply shortages, pharmacy leaders warn

The National Pharmacy Association said pharmacies frequently have to turn away distressed, frustrated and sometimes angry patients.

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50 h. ago ‘Not the end of the world if US quits Nato,’ says former defence secretary

Starmer and EU leaders must warn ‘naive’ Trump: ‘We ain’t going anywhere,’ declares Sir Ben Wallace

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5 d. ago NHS urged to offer single daily pill to 'slash heart attack and stroke risk' in over

Experts say the four-in-one 'polypill' could prevent thousands of deadly heart attacks and strokes

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7 d. ago NHS patients face going blind due to treatment delays for sight conditions

Patients with complex eye conditions risk going blind due to treatment delays linked to clinicians prioritising simpler and better paid procedures, say medical professionals and campaigners

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7 d. ago The dangers in your daily cup of matcha tea or coffee: Influencers claim it lowers anxiety and blood pressure, but mounting evidence suggests it can also trigger a dangerous health condition...

A trendy 'health' drink popular with teenagers and young adults can trigger fatigue, shortness of breath and even heart problems, experts have warned.

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1 week ago Aid cut will have ‘devastating impact’ on world’s poorest, church leaders warn

The Prime Minister recently announced the foreign aid budget will be cut in order to fund an increase in defence spending.

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1 week ago Spanish island tourists face new tax and rules as destinations reach 'limit'

The Balearic Islands are set to limit tourist numbers and charge more to visit this summer as leaders warn a record 18 million visitors in 2024 was the 'limit'

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1 week ago Doctor says eat this 'superfruit' daily to reduce blood sugar, bloating and inflammation

The doctor recommends eating the snack, which has multiple health benefits, daily

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2 w. ago Pharmacies face 'a financial cliff edge' and could be forced to cut services, industry leaders warn

Pharmacists are facing a 'financial cliff edge' and will cut services for patients unless the Government provides funding, leaders have warned.

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2 w. ago Pharmacies ‘hanging on by fingernails’ over financial pressures, leaders warn

Pharmacies are increasingly concerned about their future, according to the National Pharmacy Association (NPA).

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2 w. ago No doctor will escape accountability, GMC says after ‘confusion’ over records

The watchdog wrote to Wes Streeting apologising for any ‘confusion caused’ after the report.

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2 w. ago NHS warns daily night time habit could mean you have silent condition

The NHS is urging people to not ignore any signs or symptoms

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2 w. ago One daily nutrient may slash your risk of dying from cancer, studies suggest

Despite these promising results, around one in every six UK adults are deficient in the important nutrient

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2 w. ago Third of small businesses plan to cut staff amid fears that Angela Rayner's overhaul of workers' rights will 'wreak havoc' on 'a fragile' UK economy, industry leaders warn

The Deputy Prime Minister's plan includes expanding the grounds for unfair dismissal and could hit businesses with higher sick pay costs.

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