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Mental-health struggles among pharmacy staff
A survey of over 4,300 pharmacies and 1,600 staff found that 70 % of staff say workload and pressures are affecting their mental health, and 25 % say they are “barely coping” or “not coping at all”.
Annual report shows record funding but sustained challenges
Community Pharmacy England’s 2024/25 annual report outlines a milestone funding increase of over £800 million, yet emphasises that many pharmacies still face “incredibly difficult times”.
Pharmacy2U announced it will freeze the price of the weight-loss drug Mounjaro (tirzepatide) for now, despite list-price hikes of up to 170%.
Online pharmacy freezes price amid demand & supply concerns
General Pharmaceutical Council launches new five-year strategic plan to empower pharmacists & pharmacy technicians
Rise in deaths linked to antibiotic-resistant infections
The GPhC has introduced a new strategy that focuses on three priorities: empowering pharmacy professionals to provide trusted care, protecting the public by working collaborately with healthcare regulators, and building a skilled, agile and inclusive organisation.
The UK Health Security Agency reported a 17 % increase in deaths linked to antibiotic-resistant “superbug” infections in England in 2024.
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