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The Pharmaceutical Journal The Pharmaceutical Journal is the official journal of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

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The Pharmaceutical Journal is the official journal of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, founded in 1841. In order to enable the advance of the pharmacy profession and pharmaceutical science and its wider understanding and application, The Pharmaceutical Journal’s goal is to become an essential and indispensable part of the day-to-day professional life of pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, policy makers and healthcare provides, and as a ‘needed’ product that justifies, inspires and encourages membership in RPS. Our goal is to be:
- the ultimate source of knowledge and information in pharmacy pharmaceutical sciences, enabling the audience to keep well-informed in an accessible way , so that they can reach information and knowledge wherever they need it, whenever they need it and are enabled to express and share their views and concerns in an interactive way
- the premier pharmacy and pharmaceutical publisher, focusing always on the quality of the information we publish. The Pharmaceutical Journal strives to serve pharmacists and pharmaceutical communities by delivering dynamic and audience-focused services in print, online and on other platforms.
- the first choice of pharmacy professionals in search of the most relevant career information and advices, as well as in the recruitment advertising market on-line and in print, providing a full recruitment and career-development service. Our main objectives are to develop the PJ brand and service to meet the needs of recruiters and Pharmacists

In this comment piece,   argues that as five more conditions join Pharmacy First, trust will be built consultation by co...
06/11/2026

In this comment piece, argues that as five more conditions join Pharmacy First, trust will be built consultation by consultation, and pharmacy education must catch up



Pharmacy First has shifted the way patients can access care for common conditions — the next expansion is even more ambitious. From autumn 2026, patients in England can access pharmacy treatment for…

Pharmacists should be aware of conditions that cause   and be able to advise patients on appropriate self-management. Cl...
05/11/2026

Pharmacists should be aware of conditions that cause and be able to advise patients on appropriate self-management. Click below to access our collection of resources relating to pain and its management



Pain can be described as acute or chronic, depending on the duration of the pain and the nature of its onset. Conditions that cause pain can be a source of significant morbidity for patients and the…

The number of people taking part in industry clinical trials in the NHS has fallen for the fifth year in a row, data pub...
05/11/2026

The number of people taking part in industry clinical trials in the NHS has fallen for the fifth year in a row, data published by the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry show



The number of people taking part in industry clinical trials in the NHS has fallen for the fifth year in a row, data published by the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) show.…

In this news analysis piece,   looks at what the pharmacy sector can expect from an NHS   service in England and how wil...
05/11/2026

In this news analysis piece, looks at what the pharmacy sector can expect from an NHS service in England and how will it be carried out



An independent prescribing pharmacy service, announced as part of the ‘Community pharmacy contractual framework’ in May 2026, allows qualified pharmacists to prescribe within existing Pharmacy First…

In our latest feature,   explores that as the use of recreational   — as well as its resultant health issues — is on the...
05/11/2026

In our latest feature, explores that as the use of recreational — as well as its resultant health issues — is on the rise, what can pharmacy teams do to educate and support patients?



Figures from the Crime Survey for England and Wales have shown an increase in recreational ketamine use among people aged 16–59 years in England and Wales from 0.5% to 0.8% between the years ending…

Skin conditions can range in severity and pharmacists across sectors should be able to recognise, advise and educate pat...
04/11/2026

Skin conditions can range in severity and pharmacists across sectors should be able to recognise, advise and educate patients on treatment options.

Visit our hub page to access our collection of learning resources and to test your knowledge 👇

Pharmacists play an increasingly important role in supporting patients with the management of skin conditions. The rollout of minor ailment services means that community pharmacists are more likely…

The rate of drug poisoning deaths in England and Wales fell in 2025 for the first time in 13 years, data published by th...
04/11/2026

The rate of drug poisoning deaths in England and Wales fell in 2025 for the first time in 13 years, data published by the Office of National Statistics show



The rate of drug poisoning deaths in England and Wales fell in 2025 for the first time in 13 years, data published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) show. In its annual report on drug…

Delivery of integrated care board functions have not been adequately protected during a reorganisation of the bodies, so...
04/11/2026

Delivery of integrated care board functions have not been adequately protected during a reorganisation of the bodies, some Royal College of Pharmacy members have said



Delivery of integrated care board (ICB) functions have not been adequately protected during a reorganisation of the bodies, some Royal College of Pharmacy (RCPharm) members have said. In written…

In our latest learning article,   summarises the sick day rules for people living with type 2 diabetes and how pharmacis...
04/11/2026

In our latest learning article, summarises the sick day rules for people living with type 2 diabetes and how pharmacists can provide patients with information, advice and support



Introduction People with diabetes are not necessarily more likely to become unwell than those without diabetes. However, if diabetes is not managed appropriately during illness, this can worsen and…

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