After taking the time to visit the doctor and waiting an hour at a pharmacy, no one wants to hear that their medication isn't in stock. Online service Capsule wants to resolve the pain points associated with conventional chemists, delivering prescription drugs straight to New Yorkers’ doors.

Pharmacies don't always offer great retail experiences. PillPack wants to solve this with a subscription-based online pharmacy and new method of delivery. But are people ready to ditch a fail-safe but frustrating routine for a more expensive but simpler alternative?

A scheme to make pharmacies more dementia-friendly has been launched in 75 chemists across Bolton. The initiative was developed by the Greater Manchester Pharmacy Local Professional Network and involves a range of services to give dementia sufferers more support in shops.

The French healthcare system is recognised as one of the best in the world. It scores highly on GP numbers and the country’s pharmacists are expertly trained on the best remedies available. But despite their affinity for popping pills, French chemists have been closing their doors in recent years.