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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Pharmacist arrested on suspicion of selling psychiatric and weight loss drugs without prescriptions in Bragança Paulista

A 53-year-old pharmacist was arrested for selling psychiatric medication and weight loss drugs without prescriptions in Bragança Paulista, Brazil.

Mar 20 • 20:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Pharmacist arrested on suspicion of selling psychiatric and weight loss drugs without a prescription in Bragança Paulista

A pharmacist in Bragança Paulista, Brazil, has been arrested for allegedly selling psychiatric and weight loss medications without prescriptions and violating health regulations.

Mar 20 • 20:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Universal Credit claimants issued £100 fine warning after benefits shake-up

Universal Credit claimants who have transitioned from Tax Credits face a potential £100 fine if they mistakenly claim free NHS prescriptions and dental treatment without realizing they no longer qualify due to a lower earnings limit.

Mar 18 • 10:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis issues 'do not assume' warning to people moved to Universal Credit

Martin Lewis warns individuals transitioned to Universal Credit about potentially losing access to free NHS prescriptions and dental care due to lower income thresholds.

Mar 17 • 20:15 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Adult ADHD stimulant prescriptions are surging, and doctors are raising concerns

A new study highlights a significant rise in stimulant prescriptions for adults with ADHD, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting concerns from medical professionals.

Mar 17 • 18:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Popular Pharmacy: Ministry identifies more than 400 records with atypical prescriptions and suspends 94 pharmacies

The Brazilian Ministry of Health suspended 94 pharmacies after identifying over 400 medical records with an unusually high volume of prescriptions in the Popular Pharmacy Program, with some professionals issuing more than 3,500 prescriptions in six months.

Mar 17 • 14:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A simple example of how to save 15 euros from a medicine box

A recent survey reveals that a significant portion of Estonian residents skip purchasing prescribed medications, indicating a consistent trend in prescription use and accessibility.

Mar 17 • 08:12 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Latvian residents will now be able to purchase prescription drugs in Croatia

Latvian residents can now purchase prescription medications in Croatia by redeeming their e-prescriptions, following the commencement of basic health data exchange between Latvia and Croatia.

Mar 16 • 11:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Over 3,000 residents benefit from medical outreach in Oyo

A medical outreach in Ibadan, Oyo State, provides healthcare services to over 3,000 residents, including eye checks and prescriptions.

Mar 14 • 18:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

NHS tip for getting 'quick' repeat prescription 'whenever it suits you'

The NHS provides tips for quickly requesting repeat prescriptions through the NHS app, making it easier for individuals to manage their medication.

Mar 11 • 10:39 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Initiated Investigation into Possibly Unjustified Prescriptions of 'Ozempic' Medications

An investigation has been launched into possibly unjustified prescriptions of the diabetes medications 'Ozempic' and 'Rybelsus' in Latvia, where some patients received an excessive number of prescribed packages.

Mar 7 • 18:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Morawiecki created competition for the PiS convention. Presented 'six prescriptions'

Former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki organized an event in Warsaw to address economic management issues, challenging the upcoming PiS party convention led by Jarosław Kaczyński.

Mar 6 • 12:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Pharmacists urge investment in laboratories to combat drug resistance

A Nigerian clinical pharmacist emphasizes the need for investment in laboratories and behavioral changes to combat antimicrobial resistance in healthcare.

Mar 5 • 08:58 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Child neurologist, dentist, or dermatologist. Doctors with unrelated specialties also prescribe drugs like Ozempic

In Slovakia, the anti-obesity drug Ozempic and similar medications are increasingly prescribed by doctors across various specialties, not limited to endocrinology.

Mar 4 • 15:56 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Proposals to improve health in Ecuador

The article discusses persistent complaints about the lack of medications in Ecuador's public hospitals and proposes the implementation of electronic prescriptions as a potential solution.

Mar 4 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government will provide free medications without bureaucracy and 'caravan' for exams in Juiz de Fora

Brazil's President Lula and Health Minister Padilha announced new health measures in Juiz de Fora, including free access to essential medications without the need for prescriptions or identification.

Mar 1 • 09:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘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.

Feb 27 • 21:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

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.

Feb 26 • 12:51 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

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.

Feb 26 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

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.

Feb 25 • 09:50 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

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.

Feb 25 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 14 • 19:49 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 13 • 19:45 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

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.

Feb 12 • 13:46 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 11 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 11 • 12:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

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.

Feb 10 • 08:02 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

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.

Feb 7 • 17:18 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 5 • 21:26 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

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.

Feb 5 • 10:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

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.

Feb 5 • 10:38 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

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.

Feb 4 • 17:12 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

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.

Feb 3 • 09:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

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.

Jan 15 • 18:45 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

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.

Jan 13 • 09:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

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.

Dec 30 • 11:43 UTC

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