The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and Pharmacist Support have strengthened their partnership. The two organisations have announced a formal agreement that will enable them to align plans and work more effectively together to increase the impact of the charity and to provide better support for RPS members. Since their evolution into separate but closely aligned entities, the RPS and Pharmacist ...
Pharmacy bodies have joined forces to launch a joint manifesto for community pharmacy, ahead of the next general election expected later this year. Community Pharmacy England, the Company Chemists’ Association, the National Pharmacy Association and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society have published the new manifesto, which calls on election candidates to back a six-point plan to ‘unleash the potential of community pharmacy’ ...
A recent survey has revealed the ‘relentless’ pharmacy workplace pressures and the urgent need for better support systems; with 60% of those surveyed stating that they have considered leaving their current role or the pharmacy profession in the past year. The Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s annual Workforce Wellbeing Survey, carried out in partnership with the profession’s charity, Pharmacist Support, sheds a ...
Natural anti-mosquito brand, incognito, has been named as one of The Good Shopping Guide’s top-rated ethical brands and is featured on their list of the Top 200 Ethical Businesses in the world, in recognition of its commitment to positive ethical practices. incognito is independently certified through Ethical Accreditation through checks on their ethical policies, practices, and public record. The list spans various ...
Allergen barrier balm brand HayMax is supporting Allergy UK’s Allergy Awareness Week, which takes place next week. The awareness week runs from 22 to 28 April with this year’s theme being “Too big to ignore”, highlighting the escalating prevalence of allergies and the profound impact they have on both individuals and communities. HayMax, which produces a range of organic drug-free ...
HayMax, the organic drug-free allergen barrier balm for hay fever, dust and pet allergy sufferers, has just won its second Global 100 Award. The brand now has over 60 awards to its name. Max Wiseberg, Managing Director of HayMax, commented: “I can’t quite believe that my business, that I created nearly 20 years ago, has been recognised in these Global ...
Natural & Organic Products Expo (NOPEX) has announced this year’s seminar programme for when it returns to ExCeL London on 14-15 April. With over 50 industry experts confirmed, including senior professionals from Waitrose, Holland & Barrett, Planet Organic, Marks & Spencer, Abel & Cole, ScoreApp, Soil Association, and IFOAM Organics, the show organisers have stated that it is their “best ever” ...
Earlier this month, natural beauty brand Weleda hosted The Model Zone in Soho for London Fashion Week. Now in its 16th year, this established wellbeing project is sponsored by Weleda in collaboration with the British Fashion Council. Weleda also sponsored the catwalk shows of designers Edward Crutchley and Paolo Carzana, and supported their make-up teams with NATRUE-certified skincare for the models ...
The new NHS Pharmacy First service has officially launched, with more than 10,000 pharmacies across the country registered to deliver the service. The new scheme was introduced by the government and NHS England on 31 January, to give patients quick and accessible care and ease pressure on GP services. Pharmacy First enables community pharmacists to complete episodes of care for ...
England’s chief pharmacist David Webb says the introduction of the Pharmacy First service, alongside the revamped Contraception and Blood Check services, is a “pivotal moment” for community pharmacy. It “provides an opportunity for community pharmacy to step more fully into its clinical future as part of the integrated NHS primary care team,” he says in an end-of-year letter to the sector. There ...