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UK-US agree zero tariff deal on pharmaceuticals

The UK and US have struck a deal to maintain 0% tariffs on medicines for three years, alongside NHS commitments to increase spending on new drugs. Discover the implications for patients and industry.

ADHD medication recalled over effectiveness issues

A popular generic ADHD medication is being recalled nationwide after tests showed it may not dissolve properly, failing to deliver the full dose. Patients urged to check their prescriptions.

Big Pharma's Tax Breaks: Calls for Transparency Grow

Pharmaceutical giants face mounting pressure to justify massive tax incentives amid concerns over NHS funding and pandemic-era profit surges. Westminster demands clarity on whether public investment delivers fair returns.

Claim Cash for Delayed Trains - Your Rights Revealed

Discover how UK train passengers can turn travel frustration into financial compensation. Learn the secret rules rail companies don't advertise and claim what you're owed for delays and cancellations.

Pharmacy Visionary Robert Wilkinson Dies at 86

Tributes pour in for pioneering pharmacist Robert Wilkinson, whose groundbreaking work revolutionised NHS patient care and established new standards for community pharmacy across Britain.

UK productivity downgrade sparks tax rise fears

Britain faces a stark economic reckoning as official forecasts slash productivity growth, triggering speculation about imminent tax rises while major corporations voice concerns over investment climate.

Major Statin Recall: 140,000 Bottles Withdrawn

Urgent medication safety warning as cholesterol drug Atorvastatin faces massive recall over contamination fears. FDA investigation reveals critical manufacturing issues.

New Alzheimer's Drug Slows Brain Decline in Trial

A pioneering new treatment has demonstrated remarkable success in slowing memory loss and cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients, offering fresh hope for millions affected by the devastating condition.

NHS patients denied vital medications in supply crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how NHS patients across Britain are being denied essential medicines due to catastrophic supply chain failures, with government accused of prioritising pharmaceutical profits over public health.

Moderna's Oxfordshire vaccine centre gets green light

In a landmark development for UK life sciences, Moderna's cutting-edge mRNA vaccine research centre is coming to Oxfordshire, creating hundreds of jobs and cementing Britain's position in global healthcare innovation.

Trump's Ozempic Remark Hits Pharma Stocks

Former President Donald Trump's critical comments about weight-loss drugs like Ozempic triggered dramatic market movements, wiping billions from pharmaceutical giants before a partial recovery.

J&J Pays $700M in Talc Cancer Scandal Settlement

Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson agrees to pay $700 million settlement amid allegations their talcum powder contained asbestos and caused ovarian cancer in thousands of women.

Johnson & Johnson Faces UK Lawsuit Over Talc Cancer Claims

Global pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson is confronting a major class action lawsuit in the UK, with dozens of women alleging its talc-based products caused their cancers. The legal battle could set a crucial precedent for consumer safety.

WHO Alert: Contaminated Cough Syrups Linked to Child Deaths

The World Health Organization issues urgent global warning after contaminated cough syrups are connected to dozens of child fatalities across several nations. Health authorities worldwide are scrambling to remove dangerous medications from circulation.

Opium painkiller returns to England and Wales after 50 years

In a landmark pharmaceutical reversal, the opium-based pain medication Opium is set to be reintroduced in England and Wales after being withdrawn from the market nearly five decades ago, offering new hope for chronic pain sufferers.

Lloyds adds £800m to car finance compensation pot

Lloyds Banking Group faces mounting costs as it allocates another £800 million to cover compensation for historical motor finance commission claims, bringing total provisions to a staggering £2 billion.

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