GPs given green light to prescribe antivirals as flu cases spike
GPs can now prescribe antivirals for flu after the past week saw the sharpest rise in cases so far t...
Common asthma drug speeds up COVID-19 recovery in community for high-risk patients
A common corticosteroid shortens COVID-19 recovery times for patients aged over 50 who are at high r...
How GPs can help patients with asthma to use inhalers correctly
Correct inhaler technique is vital for people with asthma. Asthma UK clinical lead Dr Andy Whittamor...
Major pharmacy chain paused flu service amid over-65 jab confusion
A leading pharmacy chain temporarily suspended its flu vaccination service last week and suggested t...
GPs should limit use of antibiotics for COPD, says draft NICE guidance
GPs have been urged to limit prescribing of antibiotics to prevent or treat COPD exacerbations, in d...
