‘Social connection’ prescriptions for older adults expand across Manitoba
In Manitoba, social prescriptions aimed at combating isolation among older adults are gaining popularity, with community activities like chair yoga providing vital socialization opportunities.
Cannot pick up prescriptions at pharmacies
Pharmacy customers in Sweden are currently unable to pick up prescriptions due to disruptions at the Swedish e-Health Agency, without a timeline for resolution.
Many are currently suffering from a disease with a lingering misconception about treatment: 'It’s easier to prescribe unnecessary medication'
Many patients are demanding antibiotics for viral infections, despite the fact that antibiotics are ineffective against viruses, leading to excessive prescriptions and increased antibiotic resistance.
The number of prescriptions for medical marijuana is once again on the rise. The Patient Rights Ombudsman responds
The rise in medical marijuana prescriptions follows a significant decline tied to upcoming legal changes in Poland that will require in-person patient evaluations.
Secret negotiations could lead to cheaper obesity medicine – and a victory for the government
The Danish government is negotiating with Novo Nordisk to potentially subsidize obesity medication for patients, which could alleviate financial burdens on those with prescriptions.
Woman arrested with medical stamps and prescription pads without signatures in Cerqueira César
A woman was arrested in Cerqueira César, Brazil, for possessing unsigned medical prescriptions and stamps during a police operation.
Anvisa establishes guidelines for the issuance of controlled prescriptions digitally
Anvisa has approved guidelines to allow electronic issuance of controlled prescriptions in Brazil, set to be implemented on June 1.
The vacation that heals: wellness tourism is growing
Italy is witnessing a rise in wellness tourism, with initiatives that integrate cultural activities as part of medical prescriptions for patients.
Rigopiano, the appeal-bis has closed: three sentences, two acquittals, and five prescriptions
The appeal-bis trial for the Rigopiano disaster concluded with three convictions, two acquittals, and five prescriptions against various regional officials.
Man arrested for illegal sale of weight loss medications in Angra dos Reis
A 63-year-old man was arrested in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, for illegally selling weight loss medications using counterfeit prescriptions.
Problems retrieving medicine at the pharmacy
There are issues with retrieving prescriptions at pharmacies due to an unknown error affecting the prescription service in Sweden.
Disabled people, young people, and single parents postpone medical services and take fewer prescriptions due to costs
A report highlights the struggles of disabled individuals, young people, and single parents in Iceland who are delaying medical care and medications due to financial constraints.
Kimberley residents alarmed by pharmacy's prescription errors
Residents of Kimberley are expressing concern after several customers received incorrect prescriptions and medications from local pharmacies, prompting an apology and a promise to review dispensing guidelines from the pharmacy owner.
Start of the distribution process for high-cost medications through private pharmacies
Starting today, high-cost medications will be distributed through private pharmacies for patients suffering from cancer and multiple sclerosis, with around 23,000 prescriptions expected monthly.
Virginia Fonseca on the demands of being Vinicius' girlfriend: 'If the gynecologist prescribes an ointment, it has to go through his team because it could be doping'
Virginia Fonseca, girlfriend of Real Madrid's Vinicius, discusses the strict regulations she must follow concerning any medical prescriptions in a recent interview, expressing happiness in their relationship despite the pressure.
Weight Loss Injections: Novo Nordisk Predicts "Shocking" Sales Decline
Novo Nordisk warns of a significant decline in revenue due to increased competition and low prices in the U.S. despite rising prescriptions for its new Wegovy pill.
In Latvia, prescriptions can also be used to purchase prescription medications in Finland
Latvian residents will now be able to use their e-prescriptions to buy prescription medications while visiting Finland, as announced by the Latvian Digital Health Center.
Doctors' Strike: Government Withdraws from Imposing Targets for Reducing Sick Leave Prescriptions
The government has backed down from imposing targets for doctors on reducing sick leave prescriptions, although disagreements remain regarding the non-reimbursement of prescriptions from non-contracted doctors.
Crackdown on supplements, from prescriptions to stricter checks for authorization: here’s what’s happening
The Italian Ministry of Health is discussing stricter regulations for dietary supplements, which are popular but controversial due to doubts about their effectiveness.
Major changes in pharmacies and prescriptions? Plans of the Ministry of Health for 2026
The Polish Ministry of Health plans significant reforms to the pharmaceutical reimbursement system, with a return to legislative work expected in the first quarter of 2026.