Why are patients embracing HRT but not hormonal contraception?
‘Hormone hesitancy is on the rise despite strong scientific evidence suggesting that hormone replacement therapy is safe and effective. How...
Scotlands first drug-checking service opens in Glasgow with more sites to follow
The service was due to open in October 2026 but was postponed owing to operational and technical complexities....
Medicines regulator wants to diversify patient voice under four-year plan
Under its patient and public involvement and public engagement plan, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency says it will...
Scotlands drug deaths are rising: is the response keeping pace?
The use of potent synthetic opioids has led to a sharp rise in drug deaths in Scotland, but has pharmacy's...
NICE recommends new treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer
The recommendation for enfortumab vedotin with pembrolizumab has been welcomed because it will meet a need for patients with limited...
Sheila Shipstone (1934–2026)
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