9 h. ago Paracetamol warning issued to all Brits as 'super flu' cases soar

With flu cases soaring this winter, a pharmacist has issued an urgent warning about a common mistake people make when taking paracetamol during the winter months

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7 d. ago Pharmacist lists 8 symptoms of superflu and three mean get urgent help

Thousands of people are falling seriously ill with the new H3N2 flu strain

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1 week ago Community pharmacist urges Lanarkshire residents to make pharmacies their first stop for winter advice and treatment

Pharmacies can give fast, expert help for many common winter illnesses - such as coughs, colds, sore ears and throats, tummy bugs and skin conditions.

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1 week ago Pharmacist explain why it's a DANGEROUS idea to quit fat jabs over Christmas, as new study finds nearly half will take a break 'to enjoy themselves' before restarting in 2026

A pharmacist has urged Britons not to temporarily stop taking weight loss jabs over Christmas -because it can cause serious side effects when you go back on them.

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2 w. ago West Lothian company takes on iconic Scottish footballers in inaugural Team Jak Cup

The game took place at the Oriam, where Scotland Over 50s team (Scottish Vets FC), faced players from Valneva Scotland, the Scottish Patient Awareness Council and Bouygues Energies & Services.

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2 w. ago It’s entirely reasonable to be in awe of surgeons – but patients need someone they can talk to | Ranjana Srivastava

Technical prowess must not come at the cost of good bedside manner – and being able to balance facts with empathy Some time ago, a judicious and considered surgeon was describing the complex operation required by our mutual cancer patient. The operation necessitated a large incision, prolonged anaesthesia and possibly a second operation. Then there were the long-term complications, including pain and disfigurement. The patient was elderly and somewhat vulnerable to begin with, so just listening to the plan filled me with consternation.So, without telling him how to do his job, I asked politely: “What does the patient want?”Ranjana Srivastava is an Australian oncologist, award-winning author and Fulbright scholar. Her latest book is Every Word Matters: Writing to Engage the Public Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pharmacist urges people to take 1 pill to help avoid colds and flu in December

As the weather gets colder, it's important to be prepared for the winter season, and a pharmacist has shared that Welsh people should take a simple pill to help prevent colds and flu in December

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2 w. ago Pharmacist urges Brits to take 1 pill to help prevent colds and flu in December

A pharmacist has urged Brits to think about taking a simple pill from December 1. If you don't want to catch a cold or battle the flu, it may be worth considering

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last month 'It's important patients are aware': Pharmacist urges patients to check if they qualify for free prescriptions

There are a number of patients in England who can benefit from free prescriptions 🩺

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