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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Rebellious pharmacist founded a healing pharmacy company. Earns a fortune

A pharmacist, Eunice Wu, has founded a company aimed at alleviating the administrative burdens on pharmacists, allowing them to focus more on patient care.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

A Common Mistake with Medical Patches That Could Cause a Deadly Dose

A warning has been issued regarding the improper use of medical patches that could lead to a dangerous overdose or underdose of active ingredients.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Doctor Registered as Patient 1,000 Times โ€“ Received Half a Million

Three doctors and pharmacists are suspected of committing large-scale fraud related to Botox medication in Sweden, leading to over five million kronor in improper payments.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Pharmacists say better access needed to home medicines program

Pharmacists in Australia are advocating for increased funding and the removal of limitations on a home medicines review program that helps patients manage their medications and prevent hospital readmissions.

Feb 25 โ€ข 01:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Pharmacists and doctors arrested for million fraud

Three pharmacists and three doctors in the Stockholm area have been arrested on suspicion of multimillion fraud against Region Stockholm involving prescription drug prices.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Doctors and pharmacists suspected of defrauding Region Stockholm of millions

Six doctors and pharmacists are suspected of defrauding Region Stockholm of approximately 20 million kronor by charging significantly higher prices for prescription medications related to Botox.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

The Absurdity of Czech Medicine: Allowing Pharmacists to Vaccinate but Not Doctors

A controversial proposal in Czechia allows pharmacists to administer vaccinations, while many doctors remain prohibited from doing so, raising concerns about healthcare logic and the push for higher vaccination rates.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Pharmacists warn they may stop providing certain services in England within weeks

Pharmacists in England are warning that they may have to cut services soon due to significant financial losses and a funding crisis.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

New pharmacist advice for Esomeprazole, Fexofenadine, Loperamide or Guaifenesin

Pharmacists in the UK encourage patients to seek help for common medications like Esomeprazole and Fexofenadine, despite difficulties in pronunciation.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

Why do dark circles appear under the eyes? Here are 3 tips from pharmacists

The article explains the various reasons for dark circles under the eyes, including aging, fatigue, and environmental factors, along with remedies suggested by pharmacists.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Why go to the pharmacy for supplements?: "We choose the best in each case"

The article discusses the rising popularity of dietary supplements, emphasizing the importance of professional advice from pharmacists compared to purchasing them at supermarkets.

Feb 15 โ€ข 00:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Full list of 17 Boots stores offering 'convenient' new service for weight loss jabs

Boots is launching a new in-store service at 17 locations across the UK to provide weight loss injections after consultations with qualified pharmacists.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Supplies of painkiller 'collapse in UK' sparking NHS fears as 'patients distraught'

The UK is experiencing a significant shortage of the painkiller co-codamol, causing distress among patients and concerns within the NHS.

Feb 13 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

Lithuanians Observe Unconventional Uses for Medicines: Iodine Not Only Heals Wounds but Also Tomatoes

Lithuanian pharmacists report that many people use over-the-counter medications for unconventional purposes, particularly in the summer when the demand for these products spikes due to the tomato season.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

TEHIK services are down due to network outage

A significant network outage at TEHIK has disrupted all services, including the health information system and health portal, affecting pharmacists and general practitioners.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Pharmacists seek inclusion in immunization services to expand coverage

Pharmacists in Nigeria advocate for their inclusion in immunization services to improve vaccine coverage among children and reduce the number of those unvaccinated.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pharmacy chain offers 36 job openings in Salvador and other cities in Bahia

Drogarias Pacheco and Sรฃo Paulo Group is offering 36 job vacancies in various locations in Bahia, primarily for pharmacy clerks and including positions for pharmacists and managers.

Feb 9 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Pharmacists are very dissatisfied with the proposed legal changes and threaten action if not resolved

Pharmacists in Iceland are strongly opposed to proposed changes in health insurance laws that could increase their personal liability, and they are preparing to take action if these changes are enacted.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Community pharmacists seek free antivenom, local production to curb snakebite deaths

The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria has called for the Federal Government to provide free antivenom and promote local production to combat the high incidence of preventable snakebite deaths in the country.

Feb 3 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Obesity medications: what pharmacists and patients should pay attention to

The article discusses important considerations for pharmacists and patients regarding obesity medications, including their usage and potential side effects.

Jan 8 โ€ข 19:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Life & Tech

"Talk to the pharmacist about prostate problems while people listen behind you"

The drugstore chain DM is increasingly penetrating the health market with its own online pharmacy, facing criticism from doctors and pharmacists, while medical attorney Sebastian Vorberg accuses pharmacists of blocking advantages for patients.

Jan 1 โ€ข 15:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
Crime & Justice

Jhoots Pharmacy chain could face insolvency after Lloyds Bank high court application

Jhoots Pharmacy, facing claims of ยฃ670,000 in unpaid fees to locum pharmacists, is now at risk of insolvency following a high court application by Lloyds Bank.

Dec 30 โ€ข 16:02 UTC

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