Switzerland tries slow-mo cannabis revolution
Switzerland is now experimenting with decriminalising recreational cannabis, with the drug now available in some Basel pharmacies.
Tue Mar 28 2023
France to make condoms free for young adults aged 18-25
Emmanuel Macron said condoms would be made available for free in pharmacies in a bid to reduce unwanted pregnancies among young people.
Fri Dec 09 2022
MOH implements temporary measures to address medicine supply shortage
The MOH has taken several temporary solutions to overcome the medicine supply shortage at private clinics and hospitals as well as community pharmacies in the country.
Mon Jun 13 2022
N.Korea's Kim orders military to stabilise supply of COVID drugs
Pharmacies are not well-equipped to perform their functions smoothly, Kim said.
Tue May 17 2022
Paracetamol supply scarcity in pharmacies, convenience stores
Paracetamol, a drug commonly used to relieve fever and headaches, is reportedly in short supply and relatively difficult to find at community pharmacies and convenience stores.
Fri Feb 18 2022
58 COVID-19 self-test kits get conditional approval - MOH
Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said the test kits were only available at community pharmacies and health facilities.
Sat Nov 06 2021
COVID-19 self-test kits set to be sold in supermarkets, chain stores this month - Nanta
The self-test kits are currently sold at all registered community pharmacies or health facilities nationwide.
Thu Oct 14 2021
German pharmacies stop issuing COVID-19 vaccine passes after security breach
Germans who have been fully vaccinated are entitled to a certificate which allows them more freedoms, especially to travel. Pharmacies and vaccination centres issue them.
Fri Jul 23 2021
Pharmacies pull J&J sunscreens off shelves after carcinogen found in some sprays
J&J voluntarily recalled five Neutrogena and Aveeno brand aerosol sunscreens and advised consumers to stop using the products.
Thu Jul 15 2021
Supermarkets, pharmacies allowed to operate with full staff capacity during lockdown
Also allowed to operate at 100 pct workforce capacity is the e-commerce sector for all product categories.
Mon May 31 2021
COVID: Despite its importance, hand sanitiser gradually becoming ignored
Hand sanitisers and disinfectant sprays, which used to be popular, are now being ignored, even though the items are now sold at affordable prices and the products come in various brands and sizes.
Wed May 26 2021
Planes, dry ice, pharmacies: The logistical challenges of COVID-19 vaccines
FedEx had to obtain special permission from civil aviation authorities to transport so much dry ice, which could pose a danger to the crew.
Wed Nov 11 2020
India's pharmacies shut down to protest online sales
India has no specific rules covering e-retailers, and bricks-and-mortar sellers say drugs are being sold online without proper verification.
Wed Oct 14 2015
POLL: Separating the functions of clinics and pharmacies
Take part in our poll on the separation of the role of clinics and pharmacies.
Wed Feb 25 2015
Suggestion to separate functions of pharmacies and clinics not finalised - Dr Subramaniam
The government has yet to finalise a proposal to separate the functions of pharmacies and clinics in the country said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr S.Subramaniam.
Wed Feb 25 2015
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024