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Neck pain is a widespread problem and a costly health disease. Tynor Cervical Orthosis (Philadelphia) Ethafoam is an effective intervention to manage patients with the neck pain. This is scientifically designed for trauma, burn and cervical patients which allows the patients to move comfortably. It ensures complete immobilization and provides proper comfort to patients. It will allow to involve in any activity without being worried. It permits rest to the chin and the patient can relax down easily without any stress on the neck. It is easy to fit and does not get attached to the neck, thus gives a perfect support. It is light in weight and it can carry this easily. It has a tracheotomy opening which promotes ventilation of air and keep away from sweating problems. It is clinically tested and can be easy to clean and maintain. It is adjustable and it can adjust it according to the comfort. It is safe for all types of patients even in older patients. Its good quality material increases its shelf life. Cervical Orthosis (Philadelphia) Ethafoam is an advanced collar with scientific design which ensures complete immobilization on one hand and perfect comfort on the other. It is called as a gold standard in cervical immobilization. Ultimate comfort. Perfect immobilization. Anatomically moulded. Minimal contact surface. Hypoallergenic. Cervical Orthosis (Philadelphia) Ethafoam Features Pre-formed chin Provides rest to the chin, ensures comfort, improves immobilization. Anatomical and balloon design Offers perfect immobilization, minimal contact of the neck, allows use in burn or trauma patients. Hypoallergenic materials Ensures no rash or allergy even on prolonged use, compatible to geriatrics, better patient compliance . Tracheotomy opening Compatible to use of endotracheal tube, improves air ventilation, improves patient comfort and compliance. Two piece design Easy application, firm occipital support, option for varying rigidity. Ethaf

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A pharmacy in Derby is to reopen a year after its closure sparked more than 600 worried residents to sign a petition demanding it stayed open. An old LloydsPharmacy store on Main Drive in Chaddesden is to be the new home for Vision Pharmacy which currently has a branch at nearby Nottingham Road. Vision Pharmacy, which has been based in Chaddesden for nine years, is to move to Main Drive from the beginning of December. It means that Chaddesden will once again have a pharmacy right next to The Park Medical Practice - one of the main GP surgeries in the area - making it ideal for patients as they will simply have to just visit next door to collect prescriptions and medicines. Huge banner signs can be seen on both the existing Vision Pharmacy store and its new Main Drive premises saying the move will take place from December 1.

The Pharmaceutical Services Negotiating Committee announced last week that it is in discussions with the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and NHS England about relieving capacity pressures, such as a relaxation of pharmacy opening hours requirements. PSNC is also scheduling webinars to talk with contactors about the steps they might be willing to take in future, to cut costs, should emergency financial relief fail to materialise. The pharmacy regulator reported that many of its members felt that it was no longer tenable for pharmacies to keep offering all of the free and non-core services to patients that they would like to, and that all contractors should consider what steps they could take to try to safeguard their businesses and their core services for patients. PSNC is also keen to talk to contractors about their current situation and the steps they might be willing to take in future, should emergency relief not be forthcoming.

The English health secretary has fumbled the opportunity to prevent a crisis in the NHS this winter. She either does not understand or value the role of community pharmacy as the third pillar of patient access to essential healthcare. Her announcement that she wants community pharmacy to provide more services to take the strain off A&E departments and GP surgeries comes on the same day DHSC announces no new long-term investment to sustain the sector. Does she not understand that as a result of years of government underinvestment in England the network is in decline with random closures across the country? Too many pharmacies are temporarily closed every day due to workforce shortages beyond the control of pharmacy owners. Adding a new service here and there, even with some additional funding, does not address the longer term viability of the network which needs to know which patient services it will be expected to provide over the next 10 years - not just the next few months - and how those will be adequately remunerated. Asking more from our sector with no new investment is a strategy which is bound to fail. The pharmacy contract remains economically illiterate. The sector's finances need open heart surgery not a couple of paracetamol tablets.

The Pharmacists' Defence Association has asked Boots UK to waive any restrictive clause that prevents pharmacists working with the multiple from working for other pharmacy employers, even after leaving the company. However, the firm is yet to respond to the formal request, PDA said in an update. This request follows demand from the association members shortly after the company announced it's plans to cut opening hours. On workforce shortages, the PDA stated if there was a genuine shortage, then preventing pharmacists from working for other pharmacy employers to make up for the lost hours would be counterproductive and it would further exacerbate any "shortage".

The Royal Pharmaceutical Society has opened a survey which asks its members how they would want to take part in and learn about decisions made by the RPS. The RPS said the survey was a core part of the independent review of member participation and communications led by communications consultancy Luther Pendragon. It said: "We will be asking our members to join focus groups to give their opinions on how participation can be developed and strengthened, and how RPS communications about decisions it has taken on behalf of the profession through its governance boards can be improved. We will also be asking our elected members and key external stakeholders for their views over the coming weeks." The Luther team will then build a series of recommendations for RPS and develop a corporate communications strategy which will include action plans to enable greater participation. RPS president Claire Anderson said: "We want to hear from as many of you as possible through our survey to inform how the organisation works with and engages with you, our members.

Superdrug, one of the leading health and beauty retailers, is all set to invest in 25 new stores this year, expanding its bricks-and-mortar retail footprint. It confirmed with Pharmacy Business that amongst its 25 new stores there "will be a mix of pharmacy and retail stores". The venture is expected to create over 570 jobs nationwide, creating a seamless customer experience and providing vital support for high streets and local communities. The investment, part of the brand's O+O (Online + Offline) platform strategy to deliver its omnichannel ambitions, is driven by continued strong performance figures. In Q4 2022 Superdrug reported increased volume and value sales and footfall across both sides of the beauty and health business. Whilst in 2021 revenue rose 5.1% to £1,168million with a profit before tax increase of 141.3%. The investment strategy has already seen Superdrug open new stores in Washington Gallery and Falkirk Retail Parks in February 2023 and in Braehead, the largest Superdrug in Scotland, just last month.

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) in recent response to the questions asked by members of the House of Lords addressed the concerning trend of pharmacy closures in rural areas across the UK. Led by The Bishop of St Albans, inquiries focused on the number of community pharmacies that had ceased operations over the past five years and the ongoing financial challenges faced by those remaining in rural regions. Lord Markham, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Health and Social Care, provided insights into the stark reality confronting rural communities. Highlighting data as per Guide to applying the Rural Urban Classification to data (2019-2023) Markham illustrated the significant closure rates of rural pharmacies compared to the limited number of new openings between 2019 and 2023. The figures revealed a fluctuating trend over the past five years, indicating a dynamic landscape within rural pharmacy provision.

Well Pharmacy, the UK's largest independent pharmacy chain, recently announced the opening of a new store inside WHSmith's flagship airside location at Birmingham Airport. This expansion is part of Well Pharmacy's ongoing collaboration with WHSmith, the global travel retailer. Situated within the departure lounge of Birmingham Airport, the biggest and busiest airport in the Midlands and the seventh largest in the UK, the new pharmacy will offer travelers a wide range of pharmacy products and expert healthcare services. The new pharmacy complements WHSmith's extensive selection of health and beauty items, travel essentials, food-to-go, and tech products. Andrew Caplan, chief retail officer at Well Pharmacy, expressed enthusiasm about the continued partnership. "Well Pharmacy are delighted to continue to work in partnership with WHSmith in providing a one stop shop for all travellers' needs," he stated.

The renowned health and beauty chain has announced impressive annual sales and profit figures, following the expansion of its British high street estate. According to a report by The Times, Superdrug's pre-tax profits jumped by 43.6 per cent to £111.6 million in the year ending December 2023 compared to the previous year. The company's revenue also experienced significant growth, rising by 11.8 per cent to reach £1.52 billion, marking its third consecutive year of market share growth. Key factors driving this growth include the opening of 14 new stores across strategic locations such as The Trafford Centre in Manchester and Brent Cross shopping centre in north London, and the refitting of 45 stores last year. Additionally, the continued expansion of its cheaper, own-label products, along with exclusive launches from brands like Bioré SPF, Nyx X Barbie, and Billie Eilish fragrances, significantly contributed to a 4.2 per cent year-on-year increase in Superdrug's sales volume.

A Quebec City police spokesman confirmed that there were people killed, but did not say how many. 

The Eardoc is a simple to use and children friendly medical device. It's always good to have one in your home. A middle ear infection is usually caused by blockage of the Eustachian tube - a narrow passage that connects the middle ear to the upper throat, Eardoc opens the clogged Eustachian tube

A middle ear infection is usually caused by blockage of the Eustachian tube - a narrow passage that connects the middle ear to the upper throat, Eardoc opens the clogged Eustachian tube, therefore allowing drainage of accumulated fluids out of the middle ear - relieving pain immediately !

Eardoc provides a natural solution for middle ear infection treatment. The device reduces fluid accumulation and relieves ear pain by transmitting small vibrations that open the Eustachian tubes and restore their normal function. Eardoc is a simple, fast and effective alternative to ear tube surgery and is free of side effects and potential risks. Simply place the device behind the ear while sitting down, and let the device vibrate for 1-2 minutes any time you have a feeling of fullness in your ear or experience ear pain. Eardoc device has been successfully tested for effectiveness and ease of comfort in clinical trials and is FDA-approved.

Eardoc treats an ear infection by naturally opening the clogged Eustachian tubes, allowing drainage of accumulated fluids in the middle ear and relieving the associated ear pain. Draining the fluids and air accumulated in the middle will reduce the pain, take care of the inflammation, and allow relief quickly and effectively.

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The Eardoc is a simple to use and children friendly medical device. It's always good to have one in your home. A middle ear infection is usually caused by blockage of the Eustachian tube - a narrow passage that connects the middle ear to the upper throat, Eardoc opens the clogged Eustachian tube, therefore allowing drainage of accumulated fluids out of the middle ear

A Narrow Passage that Connects the middle ear to the upper throat, Eardoc opens the Clogged Eustachian tube, therefore allowing drainage of accumulated fluids out of the middle ear - relieving pain immediately! Get one on www.eardoc.info

Tynor Restrainer Applications To manage combative or disoriented patient. Manage post anesthesia delirium. Patients with head injuries or recovering from seizures. Schizophrenia, mental illness, dementia, or side effects from their treatment. To limit the body movement. Maintain a particular position. Tynor Restrainer Features Cushiony & comfortable. Easy to tie and open. Strong and durable. Fits left, right, wrist & ankle. Tynor Restrainer Measurements Size Chart - Size Inches CM Universal 5-9.5 12.5-23.8