Wasted medicine in England could fill 75 swimming pools a year, pharmacy group says
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Business category. Published on August 7, 2026 • Originally reported by Nadeem Badshah. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Business category. Published on August 7, 2026 • Originally reported by Nadeem Badshah. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
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.
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) estimated that 3,400 tonnes of partly used medicines were disposed of in England in 2024-25.
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