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Antimicrobial resistance makes it more difficult to treat infections and to control their spread. Here’s a look at what is being done to tackle the problem.

Pregnant smokers typically reduce the number of cigarettes they smoke before they even take a test and confirm they are expecting a baby

The 28-year-old from India said he wanted to “help motivate people to go outdoors”, in support of Dundee’s green health prescription. This encourages residents to engage in local outdoor activities, improving their physical health, reducing obesity and high blood pressure, and boosting their emotional wellbeing.

A new survey has found that pharmacies are rated the number one most important service, amid warnings of a shortage of medical supplies

Medicines that are supplied to a home pharmacy almost invariably undergo a rigorous approval system before they can legally be prescribed to patients.

The vast majority of people will receive prescriptions either over the counter or through their home pharmacy via the NHS.

Here are some of the most common weight loss myths busted.

This year, anyone over the age of 50, or who is clinically vulnerable, is being encouraged to have a flu jab alongside their Covid booster jab.

High street retail pharmacies have started to sell hormone replacement therapy medication without requiring a prescription.

In most cases, the effects wear off naturally after a few days of adjustment, but for some people, the consequences are more serious.