Coroner highlights delays in pharmacies processing repeat prescriptions after patient death
The coroner noted that the patients consultant neurologist indicated that in some areas, pharmacies can take up to ten days...
COVID-19 vaccines not associated with sudden death in healthy young people
The researchers found no significant difference between the first, second and third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in terms of...
Government and industry taskforce to increase innovation in UK medicines
The initiative will involve the NHS and National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, alongside patient groups and charities....
Health officials warn over persistent rise in Shigella infections
In addition to rising Shigella case numbers, UK Health Security Agency data has highlighted increasing levels of antimicrobial resistance....
All-Wales Medicines Strategy Group publishes framework on self-administration of medicines in hospital
The guidance says that enabling patients to be involved in the management of their medicines can improve adherence, safety and...
Safety risks for hospital patients treated with insulin highlighted in report
According to a report by the Health Services Safety and Investigations Body, most inpatient diabetes care is delivered by non-specialist...