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ONS report shows OTC medicines spending in UK fell two years in a row

The Office for National Statistics revealed real-terms spending fell between 2022 and 2024.

07 May 2026

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Pharmacist and entrepreneur launch online health service for sensitive issues

David Massie, who runs the chain Eastwood Pharmacy, launched Talo which will initially provide support for erectile dysfunction sufferers.

28 Apr 2026

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Liverpool contractor faces £125k clawback for Covid delivery claims

Davey's Chemist told it must repay the NHS just under £125k in pandemic-era claims

06 Feb 2026

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Boots rolls out wellness zones in six large stores

Launch follows research which shows growing demand from wellness among beauty consumers.

20 Jan 2026

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NPA tells chancellor to compromise on increase in pharmacies' business rates

The National Pharmacy Association has urged chancellor Rachel Reeves not to increase business rates for pharmacies.

12 Jan 2026

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Novo Nordisk launches once-a-day Wegovy Pill in US market

Manufacturer claims latest launch 'opens new possibilities' for weight loss

06 Jan 2026

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Chancellor confirms funding for 250 neighbourhood health centres

The Chancellor confirms funding for 250 new health ‘one stop shops’ which will combine GPs, nurses, dentists and pharmacists together under one roof.

25 Nov 2025

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Former Scholl CEO Craig Shaw to lead STADA UK business

German healthcare group STADA has appointed the former Scholl CEO Craig Shaw as its new general manager in the UK.

18 Nov 2025

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Kimberly-Clark agrees $49bn deal to acquire Kenvue

Kimberly-Clark to acquire the struggling consumer health product firm spun off from Johnson & Johnson in 2023.

04 Nov 2025

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'Luxury pharmacy' John Bell & Croyden launches medicated weight loss service

Service will provide 'tailored' support and access to nutritionists, says pharmacy

09 Sep 2025

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Boots extends late-night delivery trial

Boots customers in London can now access health and beauty essentials via on-demand delivery until midnight.

19 Jun 2025

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Numark nears 6,000 members - its highest ever number

Numark said 6,000 members would be “a significant milestone” and a “landmark achievement”.

19 May 2025

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Independents dispense 70 per cent more items as shrinking multiples 'diversify'

Data points to a vast gap in prescription items between independents and multiples

13 May 2025

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Avicenna Membership Services acquired by Dutch group Nafinco

Avicenna Membership Services splits from the retail pharmacy operation following its acquisition by Dutch buying group Nafinco.

13 May 2025

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Court reinstates full £50m fine after failed thyroid drug appeal

Advanz and Cinven have no grounds to appeal multi-million fine, court rules

09 May 2025

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US private equity firm largest shareholder in newly independent Opella

Sanofi has announced the sale of a controlling stake in Opella to US private equity firm CD&R for 10 billion Euros, making Opella a standalone company.

06 May 2025

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