The ability to give critical but constructive feedback has been diminished for fear of hurting…
Fat Profits or a Fat Lip for pharma?
Terry Maguire looks at the effects of a new weight loss drug and how it compares with its predecessors…
Taking Drug Decriminalisation Seriously…or Maybe Not
As the debate about drug decriminalisation raises its head again, Dr Des Corrigan hopes the…
Stationary Using Stationery
With the pharmacist’s job becoming increasingly admin-heavy, Fintan Moore wonders if this opens up new…
Cheap, But Not Cheerful
The simple fact is that a lot of medicines on the Irish market are now too cheap and money may be…
The Cost of failing to transform the pharmacy network
Lessons need to be learned from the media hysteria created by some tragic child deaths in the UK and the Pharmacy …
Brahmi: An Ayurvedic Answer to Alzheimer’s Disease?
This month’s article was inspired by a recent visit to a branch of an Australian chain of DIY/gardening …
Letter To The Editor
An open letter to Leo Varadkar, It’s not often I’m embarrassed to be Irish, but as a pharmacist working within the confines…
Moving The Needle
Fintan Moore ponders the capacity for people to insist on an injectable weight-loss therapy…
Return of The Psychedelics
Terry Maguire looks at the trends in research into psychedelics as a therapeutic option …
Nappy Rash Remedy Could Reduce Side-Effect Of Chemotherapy
Could a herbal remedy traditionally used to treat nappy rash help to prevent a side-effect of cancer therapy? Dr Des Corrigan investigates Aherbal remedy used…
Pricewatch Praise Shocker
It was nice for once to see a benevolent mention in the consumer press than the usual negative narrative about community pharmacy The relationship between…
The Ups and Downs of Ivermectin
Terry Maguire balances the hype around ivermectin against the scientific facts and clinical…
The Health Effects of Christmas Dinner
Dr Des Corrigan counts the Christmas calories and looks at the properties of that most controversial of vegetables..
‘You Can Contact Them If You Want For A Prescription’
Even with the best technicians and support staff, as we have, there still has to be significant pharmacist…
Syringe Analysis Project Reveals Worrying Drug Use Trends
Dr Des Corrigan reviews the findings of a HSE report on the residual contents of syringes returned…
Covid-19 Vaccines; How Safe And Efficacious Are They?
Vaccines. We can ask objective scientific questions about the safety and efficacy of the Covid-19…
The Codeine Conundrum
Codeine. There’s no quick fix to codeine addiction and pharmacy-hopping behaviours but the…
‘Ode To Joy’ For The Pharmacy Profession
Pharmacy Profession. Ultan Molloy reflects on the causes of pharmacist burnout and takes stock…
The Depressing Facts About Depression Treatment
The current approach to treating depression has failed and bearing in mind the recent evidence…
Is Medicinal Liquorice On The Verge Of A Comeback?
Recent research suggests an unexpected application of liquorice root constituents in the…
The King Who Talks To His Plants
Fintan Moore hopes that the coronation of King Charles won’t mean a shot in the arm…
Lightbulb Moment
Sadly, ‘parish Pump Politics’ May Be The Way To Go For Promoting Pharmacists’ Interests…
Unboiling The Frog
Temperature. I doubt that this is likely to improve, so if you’re planning on a lot of long-distance driving…
Could Herbal Alternatives Ease The Shortage Of Hrt Products?
Dr Des Corrigan Reviews The Evidence For A Number Of Herbal Alternatives To Hrt Products…
A Not So Subtle Threat?
A Zoom Call Meeting Raised Some Red Flags For Terry Maguire, With Community Pharmacists…
Counter Measures
Ultan Molloy Ponders The Conundrum Of Keeping A Workforce Happy And Inspired While Still Running…
Doing The Same Things And Expecting A Different Result
The Irish System Of Community Pharmacy Needs A Rethink And A Fresh Vision For Its Future…
‘Turkey Teeth’ And ‘harem Hair’: Is Medical Tourism Lengthening Waiting Lists?
Terry Maguire Wonders If The Increasing Popularity Of Medical Tourism For Cosmetic…
Innovation Once Again — The Eu’s Drugs Agency Highlights Adulterated Cannabis Edibles In Ireland
Dr Des Corrigan Looks At The Alarming Thc Content Of Many Edible Cannabis Products That…