Ireland’s free HRT scheme: Why has it been delayed?
Free hormone replacement therapy was due to be introduced on January 1st, now it’s June 1st - but issues remain
Irish Pharmacy Union
Rising demand for HRT is ‘making it harder for pharmacists to ensure consistent supply’
There are shortages of four hormone replacement therapy patches
HRT scheme roll-out to proceed ‘as soon as possible’, department says
State-funded scheme to provide hormone replacement therapy has been delayed due to issues between Department of Health and pharmacists
Flu hospitalisations expected to double in coming 10 days
There could be up to 900 flu cases in hospitals countrywide by end of year, HSE chief clinical director warns, with cases expected to peak in early January
Pharmacists dispensing unlicensed medications due to shortages
Exempt medicinal products can be legally supplied under prescription but are not assessed by the Health Products Regulatory Authority
Medicine shortages have hit one-third of families over past year
Many of the medicines currently listed as out of stock or in short supply do not have a generic alternative
Drug costs a top concern for consumers as over-the-counter medicine prices rise
Half of Irish adults say price of everyday medicines has increased over past year, according to Azure Pharmaceuticals
Pharmacists call for ‘long overdue’ increase in dispensing fees on State medicine schemes
Irish Pharmacy Union says fees have not increased in 16 years and pharmacists are operating State schemes at a loss
Pharmacists claim absence of advocate at Government level is hurting their profession
Representative body calls for the appointment of a chief pharmaceutical officer as exists in other countries
Medicine shortages a growing problem, say pharmacists
Irish Pharmacy Union says serious shortage protocol under new legislation will ease pressure on doctors, pharmacists and patients
Pharmacists dispensing unlicensed medication due to shortage, union says
One source working in the pharmaceutical industry warned about the use of EMPs, stating there were two recalls in the sector in recent months for potential harm to patients
Pharmacists accuse Department of Health of ‘stonewalling’ in row over dispensing fees
IPU says many pharmacies are losing income as drug payment thresholds drop
Pharmacy closures loom as one in 10 outlets loses money – report
Rising labour costs thrown into sharp relief as waning interest in Covid vaccinations exposes finances of rural chemists
Pharmacists criticise ‘unacceptable’ delays in granting visas to overseas applicants
Irish Pharmacy Union says it’s ‘impossible’ for some professionals from outside EU to get visa for training here
‘It is soul-destroying’: Patients face delays as pharmacists struggle to source drugs
As shortages bite, many beleaguered pharmacists are ringing GPs to request alternative antibiotics
‘We’re in a quagmire of illness and suffering’: GPs and pharmacists feel the strain as respiratory viruses surge
Amid a GP shortage, many of those remaining are struggling to keep up with mammoth workloads
Ireland’s struggle with supply of essential medicines, as 189 out of stock
Problems with communication are exacerbating a difficult winter as supply chain issues mean a growing number of medicines are not available
Pharmacists call for flexibility amid shortage of drugs to treat strep A and other bugs
‘Serious shortage protocol’ would allow alternative antibiotics to be dispensed without need to contact GPs
Irish pharmacies could offer so much more for patients, but need Government support
Full potential of this sector must be embraced as staffing and cost challenges mount
Pharmacists say workload is driving people from profession
Community pharmacists tell of long hours, no breaks and being asked to forgo annual leave as pandemic increases pressure
Pharmacies face closure because of shortage of qualified staff , IPU says
Industry calls for more third-level places and reduction of needless paperwork
Omicron disruption of healthcare, pharmacies and legal services worsens
Tentative optimism as to variant’s limited capacity to harm as situation stays serious
Nurse shortage due to Covid putting ‘unprecedented pressure’ on mental health services
Ambulances, pharmacies and nursing homes among services affected by staff absences
Strong demand at pharmacies, supermarkets for antigen test kits
Price of devices escalate as supply becomes tighter, according to pharmacists
Q&A: Covid vaccine boosters – who is eligible, where to get them, which dose is offered
More than 1.3 million boosters are given in State so far in race against highly contagious Omicron variant
Booster appointments should be honoured despite HSE mix-up, says pharmacies
Chemists to provide boosters to over 50s, despite receiving go-ahead for range of cohorts
Boosters: Vaccine centre opening hours extended and 15-minute post-jab wait shelved
Older and more vulnerable patients remain prioritised for Covid-19 vaccination
‘Call to arms’ as GPs and pharmacists plan Christmas booster vaccine ramp-up
As many patients as possible will be vaccinated as non-urgent care will not be prioritised
Data supports giving Covid-19 booster vaccines after three months, says EMA
HSE says vaccine booster system upgraded but problems persist as queues form at clinic
Sales of Covid antigen tests expected to rise in run-up to Christmas
GPs see trend in patients treating negative results as confirming absence of Covid-19
Vaccine boosters not to be given to under-40s ‘any time soon’ says Holohan
Pharmacists call to be involved booster vaccine rollout saying exlusion ‘makes no sense’
Pharmacists to help identify those who have yet to be vaccinated
More than 370,000 people are either unvaccinated or only partially vaccinated
Importance of local pharmacy underscored by pandemic
Survey suggests GP visits fell during pandemic while pharmacy visits rose
Pharmacists in vaccination centres warn of doses going to waste
Letter tells Taoiseach of failed attempt to donate unused stock to other waiting lists
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