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British consumers have increasingly turned to community pharmacies during COVID-19

The Pharma Data

British consumers have increasingly turned to community pharmacies during the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new study. It found 57% of UK consumers are looking to community pharmacists to provide advice about over-the-counter healthcare products. This rose to 68% in the 45-54 age bracket.

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World Suicide Prevention Day 2023: the Lifeguard Pharmacy study

On Medicine

The Lifeguard Pharmacy study tests whether a community pharmacy response service would offer a discreet and accessible help-seeking avenue for people experiencing suicidal ideation and/or domestic abuse. Project findings Lifeguard poster in the window of a pharmacy We trained 37 community pharmacy staff to be Lifeguards.

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Walgreens Boots Alliance and McKesson Complete the Formation of German Wholesale Joint Venture

The Pharma Data

The completion of this strategic partnership with Walgreens Boots Alliance enables us to strengthen and secure the future of pharmaceutical distribution in the German market,” said Kevin Kettler, chairman of the management board and president McKesson International.