amonn Brady MPSI reviews the evidence for diet and lifestyle solutions to fatigue and lethargy…
Meds in Motion
Dr Donna Cosgrove PhD MPSI looks at the current state of play with High Tech medicines in Ireland…
OSTEOPOROSIS
Dr Donna Cosgrove PhD MPSI provides an overview of osteoporosis, including symptom control and…
Coming up short on medicine supplies
The Medicine Shortages Index is at 247, with new trend seen in supply shortfall of nasal sprays, inhalers and…
The Contraception Controversy
Despite the obvious benefits for health in the community, discussion persists around the availability of…
Itchiness Of The Scalp And Some Common Causes
Certified trichologist Deborah Whelan outlines some of the more common causes of itchy scalp and…
A Game-Changer In Ibs And Beyond
A clinically-proven product is set to change the lives of IBS patients in Ireland. The owner and MD…
A Profession Under Stress
The head of the Practitioner Health Matters Programme speaks with IP about the trends in its latest…
Dental Care In The Pharmacy And Beyond
Dental Care. A clinical overview of common dental issues, some of which can be dealt with…
Long-Acting Injectables Offer Options For Hiv Patients
HIV expert and Consultant Physician Prof Marta Boffito speaks to Niamh Quinlan about developments…
Half A Million Units Of Illegal Medicines Detained In First Six Months Of 2022
Figures were released as Health Products Regulatory Authority launched campaign to…
Higher Financial Burden On Those With More Than One Chronic Health Condition
A new national survey has found patients with more than one chronic health condition are under a…
The Next Steps For The Naloxone Service
Naloxone. A recent report on the naloxone service found it saved more than 20 lives in three years…
Boning-Up On Osteoporosis
A Synopsis Of The Wide Variety Of Risk Factors For Osteoporosis, As Well As Treatment And…
Planning is everything
An Overview Of The Past And Present Of Contraception In Ireland, Including Clinical Considerations.
The Right Fuel For A Longer Life Journey
Getting The Right Nutrients And Avoiding The Pitfalls Of Obesity Are Key Public Health Challenges…
Ancient Treatment With Modern Applications
Donna Cosgrove Mpsi Provides A Clinical Synopsis Of Ginkgo Biloba, Which Shows Evidence…
The Past, Present And Future Of HIV TreatmentÂ
The Remarkable Transformation Of HIV Therapies Has Provided The Opportunity To Manage It As A Chronic Disease. INTRODUCTION It is estimated that currently, about 40…
To Live And Learn
Writing For Irish Pharmacist, The IIOP Outlines How It Can Be Of Help To Our Pharmacy Community.
New Initiative Launched In Pharmacies Nationwide To Help Victims Of Domestic Abuse
Over 850 Participating Pharmacies Will Provide Victims With Access To A Phone And Contact Details…
Parkinson’s Disease Diagnostic And Therapeutic Strategies
Treatment Strategies For Parkinson’s Disease Must Evolve With The Predominant Problem At Each…
Migraine — Or Not?
One Of The Most Important Steps In Treating Migraine Is Recognising Whether Or Not The Patient…
The Pharmacological Treatment Of Hiv — From 1987 To Present
THE MEDICAL AND PHARMACEUTICAL CARE OF THOSE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS HAS CHANGED HUGELY…
PSI SAYS IT ‘CONTINUES TO CAREFULLY MONITOR PHARMACIST NUMBERS’
The pharmacy regulator has published its annual report for 2021, outlining the “significant…
VACCINATION CAMPAIGN MESSAGES ‘OFTEN PROVE INEFFECTIVE’ — STUDY
The study, conducted in eight European countries, shows that information on the benefits…
‘THE RIGHT SUPPLIES, TO THE RIGHT PLACE, AT THE RIGHT TIME’: AN MSF PHARMACIST IN UKRAINE
WRITING FOR IRISH PHARMACIST, AMANDA AMORIM REPORTS FROM UKRAINE TO DESCRIBE …
Folate Deficiency: Awareness is key
We take a lot for granted. I’m sure most of you reading this drive a car — and for most, like me…
Treating Itchy And Irritated Scalp
Scalp disorders are frequently referred to as dandruff, but sometimes the…
Focus On Dysmenorrhoea
Menstruation or menstrual period (commonly referred to as ‘period’ for short) is normal vaginal…
