Pharmacists advocate structured self-medication
A study finds that more than half of the population self-medicates, including for mental health. The professional association says the practice can be an appropriate health response if accompanied by information and integration.
Researchers recommend strengthening the pharmacist’s role to improve patient safety
A study on self-medication published today recommends reinforcing the pharmacist’s role and highlights the need to roll out medication reconciliation consultations in pharmacies, particularly to protect the safety of chronic patients taking medicines for multiple conditions.
Flu: Portugal surpasses target of 2.5 million vaccinated
Since the start of the seasonal vaccination campaign in September, 2,507,573 people have been vaccinated against the flu, of whom 1,341,224 were vaccinated at National Health Service facilities and 1,163,852 in pharmacies.
