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Most people don't sleep any worse when taking medicines with sleep disturbance warnings

Most people don't sleep any worse when taking medicines with sleep disturbance warnings

Medicines that carry warnings about sleep disturbances do not seem to contribute to the amount of sleep disturbances in the general population, according to new ‘real world’ research. The findings,…

£15 billion and counting… Can we afford our medicine?

Patient engagement is the key to unlocking the pressing issue of how the UK can afford its increasing expenditure on medicines – according to speakers at a public event held by the British…

The Society's comment on the Wakeham review

Professor David Webb, President of the British Pharmacological Society, comments, “The British Pharmacological Society welcomes Sir William Wakeham’s review of STEM degree provision and graduate…

Response to the Wakeham Review

In January 2016, the Society was approached to contribute to Sir William Wakeham's review of STEM degree provision and graduate employability. The review looked at the provision of…

Antipsychotic drugs are linked with an increased risk of heart attacks

Antipsychotic drugs are linked with an increased risk of heart attacks

A review of nine observational studies found evidence supporting an increased risk of heart attacks in patients taking antipsychotic drugs. The review expands previous knowledge by demonstrating an…

Response to Science communication inquiry

The Society responded to the Science communication inquiry of the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee. The inquiry looked into how the Government, scientists, the media…

British Pharmacological Society members elected as Academy of Medical Sciences Fellows

Four members of the British Pharmacological Society have been elected as Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences. The Fellows have been elected for their contribution to medical research and…

British Pharmacological Society members elected as Fellows of the Royal Society

Three members of the British Pharmacological Society were elected as Fellows of the Royal Society.The Fellowship of the Royal Society is made up of the most eminent scientists, engineers and…

Research to be excluded from anti-lobbying clause

The Department of Business, Innovation & Skills has announced its intention to exclude core research funders from the new anti-lobbying clause in government grants.Last week, Universities and…

Response to Apprenticeships inquiry

The Society responded to the Apprenticeships inquiry of House of Commons Sub-Committee on Education, Skills and the Economy. The inquiry was looking at issues such as the Government’s…