What have snakes, unicorns and crocodiles got to do with pharmacies? Modern pharmaceutical signs have a long history drawing on Greek mythology, heraldry, founding fathers and medicinal plants. While alchemists used secret symbols to disguise their preparations, pharmacists used the tools of their trade – including medical ingredients, pestle and mortar, and carboys – to promote their profession. In this highly illustrated lecture, pharmacy historian Briony Hudson will share the origins and stories of many of the visual markers still used today on drug packaging, in pharmacies and on medical buildings in London and beyond.
This symposium will explore new treatments, new care pathways, and leading research on the management and treatment of acute and chronic wounds. The symposium will bring together leading experts from across the health care professions, military medicine, and the life science industry.
Held annually as part of the Ethics and Philosophy of Medicine course and as one of our key showcase events for the Centre for Health Studies, the History of Human Rights Day will explore the history of Post-War UK medical ethics, the Philosophy of Medicine during the Third Reich and the History of Human Rights […]
Life Science Regulation – the role of the Society of Apothecaries, past, present, and future – Presented by Master Apothecary, Dr David Jefferys. The Antivaxxers: A History of Antivaccination and Vaccine Hesitancy – Presented by Mr Tony Cartwright. The WHO includes vaccine hesitancy in the top ten threats to global health. In this lecture, Tony Cartwright discusses the history of the anti-vaccination movement and potential solutions to combat misinformation and vaccine hesitancy.
The History of Medicine course faculty will be holding their inaugural showcase event exploring medical cultures and representation in Literature and Film. This is a chance to get a taste of what the course has to offer and exclusive access to meet some of the brightest minds in the field of Medical History and Research. […]
The Faculty owes its existence to Dr Leslie Payne who died in 2018. Dr Payne helped establish the Diploma in the Medical Care of Catastrophes (DMCC), which continues to be taught and examined at the Society of Apothecaries.
Bookings close on Wednesday, 28 May 2026 (For the Lecture & Supper) Bookings close on Tuesday, 3 Jun 2026 (For the Lecture & Drink) Date: Thursday, 4 June 2026 Time: 6.30 pm Location: Apothecaries’ Hall Who can attend: Open to all Dress code: Casual Bookings will open shortly Lecture and Drink: Members £15 Lecture and Supper: Members £55 Lecture and Drink: Non-Members […]
Date: Friday 26 June 2026 Time: 10am-6pm Location: Chelsea Physic Garden & Apothecaries’ Hall Who can attend: Open to all Cost: Early bird £140 (until 30 April) full rate £150. Lunch included. Dress code: Casual Click here to book Contact: AcademicTraining@apothecaries.org Spend an immersive day exploring the history of plant medicine across two exceptional London sites. Begin at […]
Held annually as part of the DMCC course and as one of our key showcase events for the Centre for Health Studies, the Panel Day will explore the emerging discourses around the ever-changing demands of the humanitarian workforce in current Conflict and Catastrophe settings. With links to health professionals, military organisations, NGOs and humanitarian agencies […]
