All Practice-based pharmacist articles – Page 6
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NewsMinor structural brain differences between children with ADHD and their peers
Analysis of data from the Adolescent Brain and Cognitive Development study has revealed only minor differences in MRI measures of the brain between children with and without ADHD
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Are electronic prescribing and medicines administration systems safe?
A recent investigation by the HSIB identified the potential for technology-related medication dosing errors with ePMA systems
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Inhaled trivalent COVID-19 vaccine achieves superior immunity
New research suggests an intranasal vaccine may be effective in inducing immunity against COVID-19
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IMC sets out strategy for ‘hidden pandemic’ of antimicrobial resistance
A strategy to combat antimicrobial resistance has been set out in a policy document from the Infection Management Coalition (IMC)
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Hope for autism drug treatments following new genetic discovery
New research has found that genetic change associated with cognitive deficits and risk of certain neurodevelopmental disorders affects brain function, raising the possibility of new drug treatments
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PHE/DH/DWP guideline
Let’s talk about weight guideline
Support your patients to manage their weight by initiating a conversation. This is a step-by-step guide to brief interventions with adults.
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Ketamine: a fast and effective treatment for suicidal crises
Ketamine may be a rapid and effective treatment for suicidal ideation, particularly in those patients living with bipolar disorder, according to the results of a recent clinical trial
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Ending COVID-19 self-isolation rule early would be a ‘profound mistake’
Experts fear that cases of COVID-19 will soar if the Government scraps laws requiring people in England to self-isolate if they test positive
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More cases of antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea confirmed in England
Three further cases of ceftriaxone-resistant gonorrhoea in England have been confirmed by the UK Health Security Agency
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Switch to dry power asthma inhaler ‘halves carbon footprint’
A recent study has found that switching from pressurised inhalers to dry powder alternatives could be a safe way of cutting the carbon footprint of people with asthma
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Health and social care systems to link up under new Government plans
Patients will receive better, more joined-up care under new Government plans to improve the links between health and social care
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Research definition for ‘long COVID’ in children and young people agreed
Consensus on the research definition of long COVID in children and young people will allow comparisons between studies, strengthening the evidence base on the condition
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NHS considers legal action to claw back GP bonuses paid in error
More than £28 million was paid in error in bonuses to GPs under a scheme that ended nearly 10 years ago
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Independent professional body guideline
PCDS hyperhidrosis guideline
An easy-to-read summary of Primary Care Dermatology Society guidance on investigations for, and management of, excessive sweating
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BMI has a stronger influence on COVID-19 mortality in ethnic minorities
A new study emphasises the importance of public health messaging to reduce levels of obesity within the population, particularly within ethnic minority groups
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Novavax COVID-19 vaccine approved by the MHRA
The MHRA has given conditional marketing authorisation to Nuvaxovid, a COVID-19 vaccine developed by Novavax. It is the fifth COVID jab for which the MHRA has given regulatory approval
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Firms fined £35 million for colluding over supply of prochlorperazine to the NHS
CMA issues £35 million fine over an illegal arrangement in the supply of prochlorperazine
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NHS soups and shakes diet programme being expanded after successful pilot
The weight-loss programme, which began in 2020, has been successful in improving health outcomes of over 2000 individuals with type 2 diabetes
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MHRA seeks views on making first vaginal HRT product available from pharmacies
The MHRA has launched a public consultation on a set of proposals to make Gina 10 microgram vaginal tablets (oestradiol) available from pharmacies without prescription
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Lifestyle is likely to be more responsible for childhood obesity than mothers’ BMI
Researchers have found that higher maternal pre-/early-pregnancy BMI is not a key driver of higher adiposity in the next generation, suggesting that lifestyle is more likely to affect their child’s BMI than their own weight
