Parhaat PJ Pod Podcastit (2024)

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Spotlight: Safety of time-critical medicines 11:11

19d ago11:11

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High levels of patient safety incidents related to time-critical medicines (TCMs) — medicines that need to be given or taken at a specific time — have persisted for decades. In 2022/2023 alone, there were 17 deaths recorded as a result of medicine dose delivery being delayed or omitted entirely.Solutions, such as using e-prescribing systems, has be…

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Prescribing nature to boost mental health 32:45

1M ago32:45

32:45

Green social prescribing, which can include activities such as community gardening, mindful walks and conservation volunteering — as well as 'blue' activities like kayaking and wild swimming — is gaining traction.Results from a government-backed green social prescribing programme were published in September 2024, showing that it had a positive impa…

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How can pharmacists best support patients with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia? 30:48

2M ago30:48

30:48

Over the last decade, the development of targeted therapies has significantly changed the way that chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) is treated. Survival and life expectancy has improved, and this patient cohort is living and receiving treatment for longer than ever before. These changes have meant that the involvement of pharmacists across all s…

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Changes in migraine treatment: how new classes of drugs can offer options for patients & prescribers 31:45

4M ago31:45

31:45

In this learning episode, we look at the latest developments in migraine treatment where new classes of drugs are starting to provide additional options for patients and prescribers. For links to relevant articles and further resources on migraine treatment visit the PJ website. Many thanks to Kerri Spalding, a migraine patient, advocate and fundra…

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Medical drone deliveries: a viable option for the NHS? 32:29

4M ago32:29

32:29

Drones are already being used to transport medicines in several countries around the world, including the United States, Australia, Switzerland and Rwanda, but what’s the story in the UK, where the road infrastructure is good and the airspace is small and busy? Is there a need for medical drone deliveries? Are they safe and would they be a viable o…

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Getting into research 24:49

5M ago24:49

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In this episode of The PJ Pod, we look at how pharmacists can become more involved in research, by hearing directly from those who have done just that. We speak to the members of our OPERA 2024 shortlist, and winner, as well as Parastou Donyai, chief scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, to explore some of the practical steps that individu…

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Spotlight: Pharmacists in community mental health teams 12:03

6M ago12:03

12:03

The ‘NHS mental health implementation plan 2019/20–2023/24’, published by NHS England in July 2019, identified a need for “new and integrated models of primary and community mental health care” to support 370,000 adults and older adults with severe mental illness (SMI).With many of these patients on psychotropic medication, such as clozapine, lithi…

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Pharmacy under fire: managing medicines in war zones 31:33

7M ago31:33

31:33

Please note that this episode includes discussions of war and injury that may be distressing to some listeners, with stories from pharmacists working in Sudan, Ukraine and Gaza.Horrific stories of injury and death in war zones across the world have become a staple of daily news headlines since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. In an effort …

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Revisiting 2023: a look back at the year in pharmacy 24:45

11M ago24:45

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As we reach the end of 2023, this final podcast episode of the year continues our annual tradition of looking back at the biggest stories to affect pharmacy teams across the UK, while reflecting on our highlights from The PJ Pod over the past 12 months.While 2023 has been a significant year for pharmacy, with the announcement of a new NHS 'Pharmacy…

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Becoming a pharmacist prescriber: the highs and lows 29:05

12M ago29:05

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From 2026, all pharmacists will be independent prescribers when they first qualify. But that leaves a whole cohort of non-prescribing pharmacists already in the workforce, many of whom do not want to be left behind.In this episode of The PJ Pod, we accompany three pharmacists — Isabel Macho and Isheeta Mendiratta, who work in primary care, and comm…

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Spotlight: Homecare services in crisis 12:50

12M ago12:50

12:50

In November 2023, an investigation by The Pharmaceutical Journal revealed that two-thirds of patient safety incidents related to homecare medicine provision were for services provided by the company Sciensus, according to the latest data provided by NHS trusts.The findings came after the House of Lords Public Services Committee opened an inquiry in…

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Spotlight: Deprescribing research 13:57

1y ago13:57

13:57

The term 'deprescribing' refers to the tapering, stopping, discontinuing, or withdrawing of medications for the benefit of patients. It was first used 20 years ago in an article titled 'Deprescribing: achieving better health outcomes for older people through reducing medications' by Michael C. Woodward. Since then, the body of literature has explod…

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BTK inhibitors: what pharmacists need to know 31:54

1y ago31:54

31:54

Bruton tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors are used to treat cancers caused by defective B cells, such as chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, B-cell lymphomas and Waldenström macroglobulinemia (WM). While B-cell malignancies are relatively rare cancers, their incidence is increasing. There are significant side effects and drug interactions associated with …

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Spotlight: the story behind the ADHD prescribing surge 11:38

1+ y ago11:38

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In June 2023, The Pharmaceutical Journal revealed that the number of adults in England prescribed medicines for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has more than doubled since January 2020.The increase, which was particularly pronounced in females, has been largely fuelled by increasingly frequent opportunities for adults to pinpoint th…

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End-of-life drugs at home: closing the care gap 25:48

1+ y ago25:48

25:48

Medicines play a critical role in ensuring that people at the end of their lives, and their carers, can manage symptoms, including pain, and remain comfortable at home. But there is evidence that the systems supplying these medicines are difficult, complex and often lead to delays in vital care that leave patients in unnecessary suffering. This in …

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Spotlight: Questions over Pharmacy First 9:07

1+ y ago9:07

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The UK government has said it will introduce a ‘Pharmacy First’ service for England by the end of 2023, as part of a plan for recovering access to primary care.Negotiations are ongoing, but the new service is designed to enable pharmacists to supply medicines for seven common health conditions, including earache, sore throat and urinary tract infec…

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Psychedelic drugs: the new frontier for mental health 30:29

1+ y ago30:29

30:29

***Warning: this episode contains some potentially upsetting content about suicidal thoughts and miscarriage. If you would like to skip this part please fast forward from 09:50 to 17:00***Julia Robinson speaks with experts in the field of psychedelics and mental health, and hears the personal account of someone with first-hand experience of partici…

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Spotlight: The truth about weight-loss injections 12:04

1+ y ago12:04

12:04

So-called ‘skinny jabs’ have been heralded as game-changers for weight management.Wegovy (semaglutide) is due to be launched in the UK imminently, will soon be available from community pharmacies, with large chains already setting up waiting lists for people wanting to get the weekly injection privately.In this episode, Nigel Praities, executive ed…

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Coping with the ‘Davina effect’ on HRT 18:16

1+ y ago18:16

18:16

TV personality Davina McCall has been at the forefront of a much-needed sea change in the awareness of menopause symptoms, leading to many more women seeking HRT.However, as demand as risen, there have also been major shortages of certain products and there have also been claims that, in some cases, hormone therapies are being overprescribed.In thi…

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Spotlight: Ethnicity and the pharmacy degree 10:44

1+ y ago10:44

10:44

In this second Spotlight episode, we talk through an investigation that has shown the awarding gap between white pharmacy graduates and their ethnic minority counterparts in the UK has narrowed during the COVID-19 pandemic.PJ journalists Dawn Connelly and Corrinne Burns share the inside story on how they put the investigation together, what the res…

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Pearl Jam March Madness 2.0 1:04:21

1+ y ago1:04:21

1:04:21

Nino and Wes revisit the PJ March Madness.

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Effective deprescribing: getting the most from medicine 24:41

1+ y ago24:41

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In this learning episode, we have enlisted the help of two experts to explore what it takes to deliver effective deprescribing and ask what pharmacists can do to help patients get the most from their medicines.For links to relevant articles and further resources on deprescribing visit the PJ website: https://pharmaceutical-journal.com/article/featu…

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Spotlight: The ‘new thalidomide’ 9:12

1+ y ago9:12

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In the UK, three babies are still being born each month after being exposed to sodium valproate. This is despite the risk of foetal valproate spectrum disorder being known about for many years.In the first of a series of shorter ‘Spotlight’ episodes, executive editor Nigel Praities speaks with senior data journalist, Julia Robinson, about her recen…

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Building bridges: pharmacists reaching out to help their communities 25:23

2y ago25:23

25:23

The COVID-19 pandemic has starkly exposed how inequalities in health can be affected by factors such as ethnicity, gender or geography — and all the evidence points to these getting worse.But in this episode, we hear from two pharmacists trying to turn this around.First, Ade Williams, superintendent pharmacist at Bedminster Pharmacy in Bristol, exp…

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Benaroya Hall Part 2 51:57

2y ago51:57

51:57

Nino and Wes revisit the epic acoustic show and create a Part 2 of Pearl Jam Benaroya Hall.

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What will be the big stories in 2023? 27:51

2y ago27:51

27:51

Will pharmacists go on strike over pay? Will medicines shortages improve? What will be the biggest clinical developments next year?The team unpicks some of the biggest pharmacy stories of 2022 and shines a light on what pharmacists should expect in the coming 12 months.Please do let us know what you think we have missed in this episode on social me…

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What does it take to become a consultant pharmacist? 25:33

2y ago25:33

25:33

Two years since the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) took on responsibility for approving consultant pharmacist posts, we look at how these roles are evolving.We also ask how many consultants the profession needs, look at the barriers to reaching this level of practice and explore how the path to becoming a consultant could be made easier.Thanks …

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DOVERIE - Elegie for Piano and Guitar | AsteriskedMusic.Com 9:29

2y ago9:29

9:29

"Doverie," or "доверие," means "trust" in Russian. It is an improvisation for keyboard and guitar. The bass line sounds like an acoustic bass, but it is actually also my acoustic guitar. The form would best be described as an elegie. When I improvise, this is frequently the form that emerges unless I am intentional about how I think about the form …

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Anticholinergic drugs and dementia: a causal link? 25:31

2y ago25:31

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Anticholinergic drug use is on the rise due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the UK medicines regulator is also considering extending access to the anticholinergic bladder drug oxybutynin over the counter.In this episode, we will look at the potential implications of these changes, particularly in older people, and examine the case for deprescribing. W…

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Immune-related cancer toxicities: what pharmacists need to know 25:44

2y ago25:44

25:44

In this episode, Caitlin Killen, assistant clinical editor, and Alex Clabburn, senior editor, enlist the help of two experts to explore what the rise in immunotherapy treatment means for the ongoing care of cancer patients.Many thanks to Dharmisha Chauhan, lead genomic clinical pharmacist for North Thames Genomic Medicine Service Alliance and speci…

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NICE type 2 diabetes update: what do you need to know? 21:46

2+ y ago21:46

21:46

In this episode, assistant clinical editor Caitlin Killen, looks at the practical implications of a recent update to NICE guidance on diabetes treatment in adults, with the help of two experts.Many thanks to Michelle Lam, pharmacy team leader for education & training at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and Sallianne Kavanagh, …

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Pearl Jam and Art 1:05:45

2+ y ago1:05:45

1:05:45

How can one band be so musically gifted but also do be so artistic? Nino and Wes discuss album and poster art by Pearl Jam.

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Pharmacogenomic testing: coming to a community pharmacy near you 29:08

2+ y ago29:08

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What if you could pop into your local pharmacy to get tested for how your genes affect the way you metabolise drugs, such as statins or antidepressants? In several countries, you can. Features editor Dawn Connelly travels to those countries and speaks with community pharmacists that are already providing this routinely. She starts by visiting the N…

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Pearl Jam slow burn songs featuring Ryan Lendt 1:12:34

2+ y ago1:12:34

1:12:34

Nino, Wes and Ryan have fun talking about and playing Pearl Jam slow burn songs. Special thanks to Ryan joining again! Check out Ryan's youtube site below. https://www.youtube.com/user/RyanLendtTube

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Myth-busting acute pain and its treatment 17:56

2+ y ago17:56

17:56

Which combination is most effective? Should I take this with food? The public often ask for advice on how to treat acute pain conditions, such as headaches, period pain or soft tissue injuries.At first glance, it may seem straightforward; however, there are some common misconceptions around the changing evidence in this area.In this episode, Caitli…

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Pandemic plus? The antibiotic resistance lurking in our rivers 19:13

2+ y ago19:13

19:13

In this episode, Carolyn Wickware, investigations editor, looks at the emerging evidence that UK rivers are becoming a dangerous ‘breeding ground’ for bacteria resistant to antibiotics that could adversely affect human health.Alistair Boxall, professor of environmental science at the University of York, describes his concerns over the level of anti…

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Recap of Nino's Experience at the Earthlings Show 34:35

2+ y ago34:35

34:35

Nino and Wes discuss the Seattle show and how the overall experience of Eddie Vedder and the Earthlings. podcastpjblackcircle@gmail.com

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Can antiviral drugs turn the tide on COVID-19? 31:51

3y ago31:51

31:51

There have been claims that COVID-19 oral antivirals, such as molnupiravir and Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir + ritonavir), will “change the course of the pandemic”. But with limited supply, a short treatment window and only a few patient groups eligible to receive them — can these drugs really turn things around?In this episode, Dawn Connelly, features ed…

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The Musicality of Pearl Jam with Ryan Lendt 59:31

3y ago59:31

59:31

Season 3 begins with an in depth discussion between Nino, Wes and special guest Ryan Lendt. The trio breakdown the best of Pearl Jam! Plus, Ryan performs classic Pearl Jam songs and explains the art of the music. Special thanks to Ryan Lendt for participating in the show. Check out Ryan’s YouTube channel, link below. https://m.youtube.com/c/RyanLen…

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Apprentice pharmacists: could they help reduce shortages? 22:22

3y ago22:22

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In this episode, we explore the arguments for and against the planned introduction of degree apprenticeships as an alternative for the traditional MPharm degree in England.Reporter Corrinne Burns speaks with Mark Koziol, chair of the Pharmacists’ Defence Association, who is sceptical about the benefits for future pharmacists.Exploring the other sid…

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The First 20 Years of Pearl Jam 51:24

3y ago51:24

51:24

Nino and Wes discuss their take on PJ 20 and the first 20 years of Pearl Jam. Relationships between the band and other highlights. podcastpjblackcircle@gmail.com

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Pearl Jam Band Member Replacements? 59:34

3y ago59:34

59:34

Nino and Wes give their band member replacements for one show and one show only. Who would you pick to replace the band members? podcastpjblackcircle@gmail.com

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2021 unwrapped: the year in pharmacy 25:40

3y ago25:40

25:40

In our last PJ Pod of the year, we eat some mince pies and ruminate over what has been a momentous 12 months in the history of the pharmacy profession.We also stake our journalistic reputations on some predictions of what might be the big news for pharmacists in 2022. Should pharmacists in the NHS be preparing for industrial action over pay? What w…

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Episode #150 How to be a man from boy 16:30

3y ago16:30

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I will discuss some of the transitory actions that will make or transform you from a boy to a man. In my opinion, these conversations and inner understanding of the "journey" has continuously ended on this important hypothesis. Support the podcast go here: https://anchor.fm/pj-alpha-music-podcast/support/ Host: Pablo J Ruiz Vargas --- Send in a voi…

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Episode #149 Check your ego at the door 13:27

3y ago13:27

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"If someone tells you, "check your ego at the door," that means you should metaphorically leave your ego (your obsession with yourself and your own interests) as soon as you enter this building, in just the same way you might check a hat or an umbrella in the foyer." To hear my opinion listen to this episode: To Support the podcast: https://anchor.…

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Episode #148 How to gain complete control of your mind 14:51

3y ago14:51

14:51

Controlling your thought will always be a challenge. I have gotten through some exercises that helped me a long the way and I want to share with you. Hear the episode let me know what you think. Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/pj-alpha-music-podcast/support/ Host: Pablo J Ruiz Vargas --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.co…

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Episode #147 Keeping things organized 11:26

3y ago11:26

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There are great benefits to keeping things organized. The military practice these traits to keep their soldier well-disciplined and clean to receive orders. Here is my opinion on the topic and let me know. Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/pj-alpha-music-podcast/support/ Host: Pablo J Ruiz Vargas --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters…

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New Pearl Jam Shows and New Solo Music 29:55

3y ago29:55

29:55

Nino and Wes check in on this shortened episode to review the latest Pearl Jam performances and new Eddie solo music. podcastpjblackcircle@gmail.com

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Episode #146 Stop being a kid as an Adult 14:53

3y ago14:53

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I am going to talk about the importance of moving on and getting to the new step in life. I mentioned some behaviors that might keep us as kids and stop us from becoming an Adult. Let me know what you think. Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/pj-alpha-music-podcast/support/ Host: Pablo J Ruiz Vargas --- Send in a voice message: https://podcaste…

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Episode #145 The importance of working out 13:38

3y ago13:38

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I love to work out every week. Is one of my favorite hobbies and has contributed a lot to my life. I will discuss some of the benefits that has brought me to my life and why it is important to do so. Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/pj-alpha-music-podcast/support/ Host: Pablo J Ruiz Vargas --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spoti…

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