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Irish Pharmacy Union criticises incomplete report
President of IPU says pharmacists prevented by government from offering patients cheaper generic medicines
Tuesday 30 June: The Irish Pharmacy Union, the representative body for 1,900 community pharmacists in Ireland, has criticised the Competition Authority for failing to address key issues around the cost of medicines in Ireland. The IPU is responding to a new report by the Competition Authority entitled “Retail-related Import and Distribution Study” published today.
Pharmacists condemn Minister for undermining pharmacy services and jobs
Warning that up to 5,000 pharmacy jobs could be lost
18th June 2009: Front line health services will be seriously damaged by the Minister for Health and Children’s decision to cut payments to pharmacists for providing medicines and advice to patients on the community drugs schemes by 36 per cent, according to the Irish Pharmacy Union [IPU], the representative body for 1,900 community pharmacists.
Local Pharmacists launch Free guide on Common Ailments in Babies and Young Children
Guide gives practical tips on how to treat conditions such as Nappy Rash and how best to administer medicines to children
Tuesday 19th May 2009: Babies are born with some immunity from infection which lasts for about 3 months. After this time, they begin to suffer from sickness such as colds and sick tummies. When children get sick it can be a very worrying and stressful time for parents, especially first time mums or dads.
Pharmacists issue Safe Exam Code to help students minimise symptoms of common minor ailments
• Students Warned to Protect Against Minor Ailments as Exam Time Begins
• Hay Fever Suffers Advised to Take Preventative Steps before Exams
Rising diabetes crisis
Pharmacists urge Government to introduce screening for patients through pharmacies
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