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04/09/2026

Medicines shortages have been announced for three commonly-prescribed drugs, which are currently out of stock.

An antidepressant, anticoagulant, and corticosteroid are among the medicines experiencing supply issues. 📉

More details at the link in the comments. 🔗

Don't worry though, we have lots of other free learning resources and CPD available on your personalised learning portal.

03/09/2026

A baby has now started potentially life-changing treatment after SMA was identified by the UK-first screening programme. ✅

Read more at the link in the comments. 🔗

The baby received early SMA diagnosis thanks to the UK-first screening programme

03/09/2026

Independent prescribing is transforming the future of pharmacy, opening up new opportunities for pharmacists while helping improve patient access to care.

Whether you're already on the path to becoming an Independent Prescriber or considering your next career step, our latest opinion article explores why independent prescriber training has never been more important.

Read the full article here https://lnk.bio/s/7db3c and discover what it could mean for your future.

02/09/2026

Major boost for healthcare students as upfront financial support to cover placement costs announced! 📢

Find out more about the announcement at the link in the comments. 🔗

01/09/2026

Free walk-in cholesterol tests will be available in around 100 pharmacies. ✅

The scheme forms part of the NHS drive to reduce deaths caused by heart attack and strokes by a quarter in the next 10 years. 📉

Find out more, including eligibility criteria, at the link in the comments. 🔗

The pilot scheme will see around 100 pharmacies offering cholesterol tests

31/08/2026

Whether you're working this Bank Holiday or enjoying some well-earned time off, we hope you have a great weekend.

To everyone caring for patients over the Bank Holiday, thank you for everything you do. And if you're taking a break, we hope you get the chance to relax and recharge.

How are you spending your Bank Holiday weekend?
Let us know in the comments 👇

28/08/2026

The Ombudsman is calling for national guidelines to be introduced as autism and ADHD services are "failing too many people."

The calls follow publication of a new report into ADHD and autism services in England.

Read more at the link in the comments. 🔗

The way services are “designed, commissioned, and delivered” means autism and ADHD services are failing too many people

28/08/2026

Healthcare is all about teamwork.

Tag a colleague who deserves a little recognition today. Whether they've supported you through a busy shift, made you laugh, or simply been there when you needed them, let them know how much you appreciate them.

A simple thank you can go a long way. 💙

27/08/2026

Parents are being urged to get their children vaccinated at the right time, as current uptake rates fall below WHO target. 💉

Read more at the link in the comments. 🔗

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26/08/2026

New data shows that cases of the contagious gastrointestinal illness reached the highest level in a decade.

Cases were especially high in two regions. 📈

Read more at the link in the comments. 🔗

The UKHSA has shared new data showing a significant rise in giardia cases