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Pharmacy Staff Report Surge in Medicine Supply Issues

7/1/2025

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A recent survey by Community Pharmacy England shows a troubling rise in concerns over patient safety, with 73% of pharmacy staff citing medicine supply chain issues as a threat, up from 51% last year. Daily supply problems have surged from 67% to 87%, leaving patients frustrated and angry, and urging the government to take action for better medication access.

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Story summary

A recent survey by Community Pharmacy England shows a troubling rise in concerns over patient safety, with 73% of pharmacy staff citing medicine supply chain issues as a threat, up from 51% last year. Daily supply problems have surged from 67% to 87%, leaving patients frustrated and angry, and urging the government to take action for better medication access.