A man with schizophrenia residing at a care home in Rugeley stabbed a staff member in the chest with scissors during an unprovoked assault, Stafford Crown Court heard. Daniel Smith, 28, carried out the attack on June 11, …
Pharmacies across the UK are gearing up for a significant increase in demand following the launch of the Wegovy pill, the first oral GLP-1 weight loss medication approved by the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products …
An NHS pharmacist has issued a crucial warning to UK tourists traveling with Mounjaro, a popular weight loss medication. Peter Thnoia, a weight loss specialist at NHS pharmacy PillTime, stresses the importance of proper …
The Labour government has announced a continued freeze on NHS prescription charges starting this April, ensuring that the cost of a single prescription will stay at £9.90. This decision is expected to save patients around £12 …
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) may restrict driving privileges for individuals taking certain commonly prescribed medications. Officials advise drivers to “avoid driving” if their medication impairs their …
A Birmingham pharmacist has issued a stark warning about the dangers of purchasing weight loss injections from unlicensed online sellers. Ahsan Bhatti, superintendent pharmacist at Frankley Pharmacy in Rubery, highlighted the …
Regular expenses on weight loss medications such as Wegovy and Mounjaro may significantly impact how much you can borrow for a mortgage, industry experts warn. Mortgage brokers highlight that monthly costs for these drugs can …
A UK clinical pharmacist has shared vital advice for people taking certain medications for blood pressure and diabetes, explaining that continuing these drugs while severely ill can seriously harm the kidneys. In a popular …
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has suspended Naseby Medical Centre, a GP surgery in Saltley, Birmingham, for six months following the discovery of significant safety and care failures. The suspension aims to protect …
Lewis Capaldi describes his emotional and challenging Glastonbury 2023 performance as “probably the best thing that’s ever happened to me” because it pushed him to confront his mental health struggles and seek help. The …