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‘75 swimming pools’ worth of wasted medicine thrown away in England every year

Wasted medicine costs the NHS at least £480 million annually

The Independent UK · Aug 8

Wasted medicine in England could fill 75 swimming pools a year, pharmacy group says

Industry body calls for greater scrutiny of patients with multiple repeat prescriptions to tackle ‘growing problem’

The Guardian - UK · Aug 7

UK patients told ‘not to worry’ over medicine supply amid Iran war

The reassurance comes after the National Pharmacy Association said that pharmacists had seen “evidence of escalating price rises”

The Independent UK · Mar 30

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Two people have died and at least 15 are seriously ill following an outbreak of Meningitis B in Kent

Evening Standard · Mar 18

Number of meningitis cases rises as officials deal with ‘unprecedented’ outbreak

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is now investigating 20 cases of meningitis in Kent, an increase from 15, with health officials describing the outbreak as unprecedented due to its rapid spread. Six of the confirmed cases have been confirmed as the meningitis B strain. The outbreak is considered a…

The Independent UK · Mar 18

Health warning as common painkiller linked to kidney damage

Drugs like ibuprofen can elevate blood pressure and damage blood vessels

The Independent UK · Mar 12

Warning as major shortage of painkiller used by millions could last until summer

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has warned the shortage could last until at least June

The Independent UK · Feb 13

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Pharmacies facing angry and confused patients over Covid jab eligibility

Confusion comes after the criteria to receive Covid jab on the NHS was tightened this year

The Independent UK · Oct 7, 2025

NHS could save billions each year by having pharmacists review patients’ medication, study reveals

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) estimate medicine checks will save money and also reduce hospital stays

The Independent UK · Oct 1, 2025

Pharmacy leaders urge action on medicine hold-ups

Patient safety is at risk due to outdated laws, pharmacists have said.

The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2025

Pharmacy leaders issue warning over ‘dangerous’ medicine delays

One pharmacist reported their patients waiting more than a week for a medication for bipolar and schizophrenia

The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2025

Survey reveals shoplifting, abuse and assaults in pharmacies

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The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

Public warned against buying hay fever jabs online

Kenalog has known side-effects such as increased blood pressure, dizziness, severe abdominal pain, depression and mood swings.

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Pharmacists refuse patient requests for antibiotics ‘at least once a day’

Pharmacists say the current level of demand for antibiotics for minor ailments could pose a risk to patient and wider population safety.

The Independent UK · May 5, 2025

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The Independent UK · Mar 31, 2025

Morning after pill: What are the proposed changes and will it be free?

The morning-after pill is to be offered without charge at pharmacies in England

The Independent UK · Mar 31, 2025

Pharmacies pause action while they examine Government funding deal

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) had warned pharmacists were facing a financial ‘cliff edge’.

The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2025

Pharmacies threatening reduced hours over Labour budget funding row

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has said it has been left with “no choice” but to reduce opening hours

The Guardian - UK · Mar 18, 2025

UK pharmacies could cut hours unless NHS provides ‘new and sufficient’ funding

The National Pharmacy Association has recommended collective action for the first time in its history

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The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2025

Thousands of independent pharmacies advised to take action amid funding row

Members of the National Pharmacy Association were balloted on collective action in November and have now been advised to start the process.

The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2025

Drug shortages putting patients at risk, pharmacists warn

A survey of 500 pharmacies by the National Pharmacy Association (NPA) revealed that at least once a day supply problems mean pharmacies are unable to dispense a prescription.

Evening Standard · Mar 10, 2025

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.

The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2025

Pharmacies ‘hanging on by fingernails’ over financial pressures, leaders warn

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

Evening Standard · Feb 15, 2025

Map shows alarming decline in number of pharmacies across London as experts warn of 'increasing pressure to meet demand'

Nearly 9 in 10 London boroughs have seen at least one pharmacy close permanently in the last two years

The Guardian - UK · Jan 27, 2025

Increase regulation of online sale of weight-loss jabs, pharmacists say

Current rules leave door open for medicines to be supplied without appropriate patient consultation, association says

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024

Pharmacy owners vote to reduce hours in row over funding

Collective action could begin in January if there is not an ‘adequate response’ from Government, the National Pharmacy Association said.

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