Utilising Mobile Apps and Technology for Smoking Cessation

Utilising Mobile Apps and Technology for Smoking Cessation

Smoking remains a significant public health concern, contributing to severe illnesses and impacting overall well-being. As pharmacists, we play a crucial role in supporting smoking cessation efforts. With the rise of technology, mobile apps have emerged as promising tools to aid individuals in quitting smoking. This blog post delves into the potential of mobile apps […]

From Dispensing to Decision-Making: How AI is Shaping the Future of Pharmacy

From Dispensing to Decision-Making: How AI is Shaping the Future of Pharmacy

Pharmacy plays a vital role in healthcare delivery, and with the rapid advancements in technology, the pharmacy sector is on the brink of a transformative revolution. Artificial intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of this revolution, reshaping how pharmacists deliver patient care. In this blog, we will explore how AI is currently being used in […]

Breaking Down Barriers: How Accessible Contraceptives in Pharmacies Benefit Individuals in the UK

Breaking Down Barriers: How Accessible Contraceptives in Pharmacies Benefit Individuals in the UK

Importance of contraceptive access and its impact on public health The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that 214 million women globally do not have access to the contraception they need, emphasising the significant access gap and the urgent need to address this issue. Access to effective contraception is vital in promoting public health by preventing […]

COVID-19 vaccines and how they work in the UK

COVID-19 vaccines and how they work in the UK

We’re amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and the race for a safe and effective vaccine allowed us to accelerate diagnostics and have developments in record times. There are currently more than 50 COVID-19 vaccines in trial worldwide. So far, extensive studies on five vaccine candidates have been published, including the vaccines developed by Pfizer, Oxford/AstraZeneca, and […]

Becoming an Independent Prescriber Pharmacist in the UK

Becoming an Independent Prescriber Pharmacist in the UK

The desire to make greater use of the skills and specialisation of the pharmacist so that a more flexible system for the prescribing, supply and administration of medicines to patients can be developed has been the main driving force behind the introduction of pharmacist prescribing in the United Kingdom (UK). Independent pharmacist prescribing was introduced […]