In 1993, researchers discovered a gene known as ApoE4, carried by about a quarter of us that triples the risk for getting Alzheimer’s. In 2009, three more risky genes were discovered, and one of them, called clusterin, or CLU, was found to up the risk of getting Alzheimer’s by another 16 percent. But nobody could […]

Japan’s Takeda Pharmaceutical is in talks to buy privately-held Swiss rival Nycomed, in a deal that could be worth more than 1 trillion yen ($12 billion). The scale of this buyout is incredibly large. Exact details are still not known but fund manager at Chibagin Asset Management, Hiroaki Osakabe, states that Takeda has carried out […]

NHS statistics have revealed that the number of ophthalmic practitioners in England has increased by almost 4% during the 12 months to December. According to the new data at the end of 2010 there were 10,409 active ophthalmic practitioners, 386 more that 2009, which represents a 3.9% rise. In Wales there was a much sharper […]

An investigation into the success of free eye care in Scotland has been commissioned to the University of Aberdeen. Starting in July, the study will be conducted by a team of economists from the university and led by Alexandros Zangelidis to establish if the policy has meant an increase in the number of people going […]

As part of a public health campaign, Pharmacies in Wales will offer free diabetes risk assessments for two weeks in June. Pharmacists will offer a free paper-based type 2 diabetes risk assessment as part the initiative. The campaign, which works with Diabetes UK Cymru, aimed to take the delivery of public health campaigns to a […]

Wanted! Newly and experienced RGNs. Do you know any one who has recently qualified as a RGN or experienced RGNs looking for a new career opportunity? Flame Health have numerous opportunities in both cosmetic and research available Nationwide. Refer a friend and receive a reward. Contact Flame Health today 0115 8114364

As a business founded and led by optical professionals, our client is proud of their reputation for professional and clinical excellence which permeates all aspects of their business. They have been trading within the optical industry for over 25 years and place high value on providing the highest standards of retail excellence, professionalism and quality […]

The Clinical Trials market in Russia is currently one of the vibrant sectors in the Pharmaceutical industry. The country has witnessed huge spending in the drug Research and Development process during the past few years which has subsequently effectively broadened its attractiveness as one of the leading destinations for conducting clinical trials. Russia is offering […]

The successful Pharmacist will be an experienced manager with a proven track record of maintaining a high level of standards within the pharmacy branch including business and colleague development. The ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues are essential as quality, professionalism and service from staff are what drives this pharmacy forward. You […]

Flame Pharma are currently working with a Global full service CRO to recruit an Office Based SCRA in France (Paris). Candidates must have proven experience as a CRA. Please contact Flame Pharma today on 0800 085 0858 if you know anyone that would be ideal for the role. We are able to offer up to […]

Bristol born businesswoman Dame Mary Perkins and her husband Douglas revolutionised the way Britains buy glasses, by making fashionable frames affordable, after the Government relaxed advertising regulations in 1984. The success of this has created a £1.15bn family fortune and has boosted their Sunday Times Rich List position from 73 to 56. Despite her fortune […]

According to the Report on Jobs published today by the REC and the KPMG, permanent staff appointments rose at a strong and accelerated rate in April, although growth remained below February’s tenth month high. Recruitment consultants reported a further improvement in the availability of candidates during April. Permanent staff availability rose marginally, while temporary/contract staff […]

As Occupational Health Nurse you will be travelling to a number of stores adhering to policies and procedures to ensure a healthy working environment for your colleagues, providing a day to day service to the business giving advice to management, assisting in the management of attendance, meeting legal requirements. Counselling – lifestyle & behaviour and […]

With the excitement from last week’s Royal wedding, you can be forgiven for suspecting that this week could have been dull and grey in comparison, however with the sun shining in the UK for a change, spirits were lifted and we have had what can be described as a very interesting and exciting week! With […]

A new study has shown that severe gum disease may cause a reduction in red blood cells leading to anaemia. Research published in the Journal of Periodontology found that over a third of people suffering from severe gum disease had haemoglobin levels below normal concentrations. Following a six month course of treatment to improve oral […]