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Established in 1841 as the RPS's official journal, The PJ is a trusted source of news, analysis, learning and research on pharmacy, medicines and pharmaceutical sciences

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*Pills, policy and prescribing: 2025 in numbers*

Here, we present our top picks and headline numbers from our coverage across pharmacy over the past 12 months

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Pills, policy and prescribing: 2025 in numbers
The past 12 months have been defined by important numbers. From funding gaps to hospital safety standards, data reveal both progress and persistent challenges across the pharmacy sector.  Here, we…
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January 3, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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This collection of resources has been organised into five sections: upper respiratory infections, lower respiratory infections, asthma, other chronic respiratory conditions, and inhaler prescribing

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January 3, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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Dermatological conditions can range in severity and pharmacists across sectors should be able to recognise them, advise and educate patients on treatment options and self-care practices and refer on where appropriate.

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January 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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A report published by the Terrence Higgins Trust has urged immediate action to enable community pharmacies to supply #HIV prevention medication #PrEP

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Charity report urges government to commission PrEP through pharmacies
A leading HIV charity has urged immediate action to enable community pharmacies to supply HIV prevention medication pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). A report published by the Terence Higgins Trust…
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January 2, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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*Health news round-up from #ThePJ*

A weekly summary of important developments in health news that you may have missed and what we can expect going into 2026

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Health news round-up: winter pressures, weight-loss resolutions and well being for the new year and beyond
At The Pharmaceutical Journal, we have been looking back at the past year — from 2025 in numbers, to our top research picks, favourite features and most-read learning articles. Why not test yourself…
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January 2, 2026 at 11:42 AM
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A further 68 Jhoots pharmacies have been acquired by Allied Pharmacies

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Allied Pharmacies acquires a further 68 Jhoots pharmacies
A further 68 Jhoots pharmacies have been acquired by Allied Pharmacies, in addition to the 61 it acquired earlier in 2025, the firm has announced. The Jhoots stores, formerly owned by Sarbjit Jhooty,…
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December 31, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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The #NPA's Oliver Picard says pharmacies are expecting a "surge" in the number of patients to start weight-loss drugs in the new year, as the #MHRA issues further warnings about unregulated treatments available via social media
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Pharmacies expect new year weight-loss drug ‘surge’ as MHRA warns against criminal activity
Pharmacies are expecting a “surge” in the number of patients looking to start weight management treatments in the new year, Olivier Picard, chair of the National Pharmacy Association (NPA), has…
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December 30, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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🎁 🎄 The team here at #ThePJ would like to thank all of our followers and contributors for everything over the past year. Happy holidays! 🎄 🎁
December 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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🎁 🎄 Day 24 of #ThePJ Advent Calendar – click to open the door and read more! 🎄 🎁

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December 24, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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*Learning and CPD: 2025 in review*

A round up of CPD and learning in 2025 from #ThePJ

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Learning and CPD: 2025 in review
One of our main aims at The Pharmaceutical Journal is to provide pharmacists with high-quality, evidence-based educational resources that support their continuing professional development, ongoing…
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December 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Liz Hallett has been elected as interim chair of the #RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board

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Interim chair of RPS Welsh Pharmacy Board elected
Liz Hallett has been elected as interim chair of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s (RPS) Welsh Pharmacy Board (WPB). A portfolio pharmacist, Hallett has been a member of the WPB since 2022. She…
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December 23, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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🎁 🎄 Day 23 of #ThePJ Advent Calendar – click to open the door and read more! 🎄 🎁
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December 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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A manifesto for health and climate in Scotland has been launched by #RPSScotland and the #RCGPScotland, ahead of the Scottish Parliamentary elections in May 2026

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Health and climate manifesto launched by RPS and RCGP Scotland
A manifesto for health and climate in Scotland has been launched by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and the Royal College of GPs (RCGP) Scotland. The manifesto, launched ahead of the Scottish…
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December 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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*Top ten opinion articles of 2025*

#ThePJ has showcased a diverse range of views in 2025, covering #workforce challenges, #policy shifts and patient-centred care
Top ten opinion articles of 2025
Our opinion section in 2025 has been a platform for bold ideas, challenging debates and personal insights that reflect the evolving role of pharmacy across Great Britain. From pressures on…
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December 22, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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🎁 🎄 Day 22 of #ThePJ Advent Calendar – click to open the door and read more! 🎄 🎁

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December 22, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Test your knowledge by taking our end-of-year CPD and learning quiz, which draws from the CPD and learning resources that we have published this year and covers a wide range of clinical topics and professional themes

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Test yourself: the 2025 CPD and learning quiz
Our end-of-year quiz draws from the CPD and learning resources that The Pharmaceutical Journal has published this year, which covers a wide range of clinical topics and professional themes. Work your…
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December 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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December 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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🎁 🎄 Day 21 of #ThePJ Advent Calendar – click to open the door and read more! 🎄 🎁

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December 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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*How has the pharmacy sector grown in 2025?*

From the #NHS ten-year health plan to the best #pharmacycontract in a decade, 2025 has been a big year for the sector. Scroll through our infographic for the most significant headlines from the past 12 months

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How has the pharmacy sector grown in 2025?
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December 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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How to manage cold and flu symptoms, with emphasis on evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies

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Management of cold and flu symptoms
Introduction Upper respiratory tract infections are among the most common health problems encountered in the UK, often labelled interchangeably by patients as ‘cold’ or ‘flu’. The common cold is a…
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December 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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🎁 🎄 Day 20 of #ThePJ Advent Calendar – click to open the door and read more! 🎄 🎁

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December 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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A guide to medicines counselling, which supports adherence, reduces medication-related harm and empowers patients to take an active role in their treatment

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Making medication counselling count: practical tips for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
Medicines counselling is a crucial part of pharmacy practice. It improves adherence, reduces medication-related harm and gives patients the confidence to manage their treatment effectively. The NHS…
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December 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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*How can pharmacists best support patients with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia?*

As therapies for #CLL have evolved, so has pharmacists’ role in treating people with this type of blood cancer

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How can pharmacists best support patients with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia?
Over the past decade, the development of targeted therapies has significantly changed the way that chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) is treated. Survival and life expectancy has improved, and this…
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December 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Our #QuoteoftheWeek is from #TheGPhC, which has launched a consultation on standards for #ResponsiblePharmacists and #superintendentpharmacists, which will support legislation coming into effect in 2026

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December 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Dame Chi Onwurah, chair of the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Committee, has written to #WesStreeting for clarity on the US–UK pharmaceutical trade deal

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Select committee calls for clarity on funding for US–UK pharma trade deal
Dame Chi Onwurah MP, chair of the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Committee, has written to health secretary Wes Streeting to ask how much the US–UK pharmaceutical trade deal will…
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December 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM