RPS President

Apr 23, 2024 | rpharms.com | Claire Anderson |RPS President

By Professor Claire Anderson, RPS PresidentWhooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious bacterial infection that affects the lungs and breathing tubes. Spread easily by coughing and sneezing, the infection can sometimes have serious risks, particularly for vulnerable people such as children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems. Understanding the symptoms, impact and importance of vaccination against the infection is crucial for your health.

Mar 26, 2024 | rpharms.com | Claire Anderson |RPS President

By Professor Claire Anderson, RPS PresidentI am Claire Anderson, President of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, and Professor of Social Pharmacy at the School of Pharmacy, University of Nottingham, and Mentoring has been of great importance in my career. I’ve worked in hospital and community pharmacy, as well as in academia for 25 years: at King’s College London and Nottingham, and I’ve been a professor since 2003.

Feb 12, 2024 | rpharms.com | Claire Anderson |RPS President

By Professor Claire Anderson, RPS PresidentThere is a worrying resurgence of measles cases, with 368 confirmed cases in England last year, and a rapid increase in cases in the West Midlands since October 2023. This is due to a decline in children being vaccinated, with 1 in 10 children starting school in England unprotected, according to the UK Health Security Agency.

Jul 19, 2023 | rpharms.com | Claire Anderson |RPS President

by Claire Anderson, RPS PresidentPrescription medicines play a crucial role in modern healthcare, helping millions of people manage their health conditions and improve their quality of life. However, the process of getting these medications to patients and the challenges that arise when demand surges can significantly impact access and patient care.