The Swiss army knife of cars
Renault’s versatile Megane range gets a new look for 2021, writes Morgan Flanagan Creagh Renault’s Megane, as a car, reminds me of the Swiss army…
Life and learning at Lloyds Pharmacy
Geraldine McInerney MPSI discusses the advantages of being with LloydsPharmacy as either a graduate or experienced pharmacist With over 90 pharmacies across Ireland, LloydsPharmacy has…
The eyes have it
Eamonn Brady MPSI provides a clinical overview of Sjögren’s syndrome, an under-diagnosed and troublesome eye condition If a patient is suffering from dry eyes, dry…
New year, new opportunities for quitters
Eamonn Brady MPSI looks at the various ways patients can be helped to kick the habit for good What is in cigarettes that makes them…
Getting cholesterol under control
Eamonn Brady MPSI provides an overview of adult nutrition, including cholesterol, diet and diabetes meal planning What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a lipid/fat carried around…
How very Nazi of you Patricia…
We are in uncharted territory when it comes to Covid vaccine uptake, writes Ultan Molloy Yes, I nearly actually ‘went there’ recently in response to…
Continuing to educate pharmacists
Terry Maguire ponders what may become a permanent fixture — virtual CPD meetings for pharmacists News that RoI’s medicines regulator has granted an OTC licence…
A Herbal Cure for hangovers
Dr Des Corrigan looks at the science behind herbal solutions for the predictable problem of January hangovers “The year began with lunch” — so begins…
A New Improved Year?
Fintan Moore observes that while 2020 was a year to be forgotten, it also spawned advances and accelerated change It’s safe to say that most…
Darkness into light: happily Putting 2020 in the rear-view mirror
I hope you have had the chance over the holiday season to recharge your batteries and reconnect with friends and loved ones. It was amusing…
New advice on Vitamin D supplements for people aged 65 years and older
The Department of Health has advised that adults aged 65 and older take a vitamin D supplement The Department of Health has issued guidance advising…
Just under half of Irish migraine patients say it impacts their overall health & wellbeing
A new Irish survey has provided further insights into the negative impact that migraine causes for a significant proportion of sufferers A new Irish survey…
Small steps consistently applied
Séamus Ruane, community pharmacist and certified positive psychology practitioner, looks at the importance of what may seem like small choices A defining moment that shaped…
Majority of people living with HIV in Ireland comfortable sharing their status
New campaign aims to erode stigma associated with HIV Research launched recently ahead of World AIDS Day in December revealed that 56 per cent of…
The LAIV nasal vaccine for children — an update
Dr Tom Barrett, MB Dch MRCOG and Senior Medical Officer, HSE National Immunisation Office, provides clinical advice and an overview of the importance of flu…
Pharmacists ‘must be involved in the development of digital health technologies’
The digital era is radically changing how technology is used, and new technologies are set to have major impacts on how people live and work,…
European Commission presents a pharmaceutical strategy for Europe
The European Commission has adopted a Pharmaceutical Strategy for Europe to ensure patients have access to innovative and affordable medicines and to support the competitiveness,…
Pharmacists welcome extension of free flu vaccine to 13-to-17 year-olds
The Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) has welcomed the decision by Government to expand eligibility for the free nasal flu vaccine for children to include teenagers…
Queen’s leading clinical trial to examine drug effectiveness for critically-ill ICU patients
A new clinical trial led by Queen’s University Belfast will investigate different drugs for helping airway clearance in critically-ill patients who are on mechanical ventilators. …
Research finds common anticholinergic drugs increase risk of mortality in people with dementia
A study led by researchers from Queen’s University Belfast has found anticholinergic drugs significantly increase the risk of mortality in people with dementia. The research…
New UL clinical research finds promising drug treatment to protect kidney function in diabetes
A clinical trial involving researchers at the University of Limerick has demonstrated the potential benefits of new drugs in protecting kidney function in diabetes. The…
Research shows that vitamin D deficiency is highly prevalent in the Irish Asian community
Researchers from Trinity College Dublin, the Mercer’s Institute for Successful Ageing (MISA), Department of Biochemistry at St James’s Hospital and the University of Surrey have…
FIP expert group issues advice for pharmacists on Covid-19 tests
To help pharmacists advise people on Covid-19 tests, the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) has issued a guidance document produced by FIP’s SARS-CoV-2 Testing Working Group,…
Pharmacists’ key role in vaccine plan welcomed but ‘bureaucracy must be streamlined’
The Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) has welcomed the central role that will be played by pharmacists in Ireland’s Covid-19 vaccination campaign. However, following the publication…
HSE defends guidance on respirator masks in pandemic
The HSE has defended its guidance on when healthcare workers (HCWs) should use respirator masks in the pandemic, which differs from the position of the…
Going viral
Eamonn Brady MPSI provides a clinical overview of treating coughs, colds and flu in the pharmacy There is no cure for a cold or influenza…
Mental health during Covid-19
The societal effects of Covid-19 have taken a significant toll on people’s mental health, writes Eamonn Brady MPSI 2020 has seen an increase in anxiety…