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As the death toll in the UK from Strep A reached 16 yesterday, GPs were warned them to expect drug shortages to last for the rest of the year.

While the stock market has been under pressure this year, medical stocks have remained resilient due to the inelastic demand for their offerings. Moreover, the demand for medical goods and services is rising amid increasing health awareness and chronic diseases. Given the solid prospects of the industry, fundamentally sound medical…

Amid the stock market chaos due to the Fed’s fight against inflation and recessionary concerns, dividend stocks are gaining traction. Fundamentally strong dividend stocks can provide protection and ensure stable income. So, high-yield dividend stocks Pfizer (PFE), BHP Group (BHP), and Caledonia Mining (CMCL), with significant upside potential, might be…

Exclusive: Pharmacists say cost of antibiotics has increased tenfold as shortages hit

Pfizer (PFE) has been a COVID beneficiary and is expected to continue to gain from its vaccines as the pandemic war is yet to be over. Moreover, PFE offers a more than 3% dividend. Thus, investors might consider buying this quality stock which seems well-positioned to weather any recession. Keep…

Amo Sohal, who owns Kitsons Pharmacy in Worcester, says the spike in Strep A cases has led to soaring demand for penicillin and amoxicillin. He is calling for the Government to help

Wall Street looks bullish on Biogen’s (BIIB) prospects after the company’s success during the Phase 3 clinical trial of lecanemab. The drug could boost the company’s financials significantly as it could herald a new era for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Its bright growth prospects have earned it a Strong Buy…

People tell of distress and panic, adding to concerns about shortage despite government’s assurances

Fifteen children have now died in the UK after being infected with bacteria

Parents advised to be mindful of signs including characteristic rash and red tongue also known as ‘strawberry tongue’

Increased drug resistance in bacteria causing bloodstream infections, including against last-resort antibiotics, was seen in the first year of the coronavirus pandemic, a World Health Organization report based on data from 87 countries in 2020 showed.