AbortionNorthern Ireland sets up safe zones“Safe access zones” around clinics providing lawful abortions were introduced at all five health service locations in Northern Ireland on 29 September to protect users and staff, the Department of Health confirmed last week. The zones will include the protected premises where these services are provided, together with adjoining public space 100-250 metres from entrances or exits of the premises. It will be illegal to impede, record, influence, or harass people within these zones. Abortion was decriminalised in Northern Ireland in October 2019.PrescribingPatient review is urged for some ADHD medicinesThe Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency has advised doctors that new patients with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) should not be started on prolonged release versions of methylphenidate capsules or tablets, lisdexamfetamine capsules, or guanfacine tablets because of shortages. Patients already taking these medicines should be reviewed to check their supplies, said the Department of Health…
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