The Guardian

Wasted medicine in England could fill 75 swimming pools a year, pharmacy group says

Wasted medicine in England could fill 75 swimming pools a year, pharmacy group saysWorldPing

Industry body calls for more regular reviews of repeat prescriptions to tackle ‘growing problem’ The amount of wasted medicines thrown away in England in one year could fill 75 swimming pools, according to a pharmacy group.

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