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How to optimise the 90 hours of dedicated prescribing practice during the foundation training year

Advice and guidance for designated prescribing practitioners, designated supervisors and training providers on how select an appropriate nominated prescribing area and effectively structure learning opportunities for foundation trainees.…

Published: 1 July 2025

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How to be an effective designated prescribing practitioner

The first article in a short series providing practical guidance for designated prescribing practitioners as they support the learning and development of future pharmacist prescribers.…

Published: 24 June 2025

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Test your knowledge of neurodevelopment and neurological conditions

From ADHD and autism, to multiple sclerosis and seizure disorders, neurological conditions affect a huge proportion of the UK population. Here, test your knowledge of these common and often complex conditions.…

Published: 20 June 2025

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Case-based learning: understanding and managing levetiracetam-induced psychiatric symptoms

This article highlights the psychiatric adverse effects of levetiracetam, emphasising the importance of recognising these effects rather than attributing them to an organic diagnosis.…

Published: 17 June 2025

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Recognising adverse events and using the Yellow Card system

An overview of how to identify, manage and report adverse events.…

Published: 13 June 2025

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Bipolar disorder in adults: symptoms, diagnosis and management

A detailed overview of the different types of bipolar disease and treatments.…

Published: 10 June 2025

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Discussing evidence with patients when prescribing

To facilitate shared decision making, prescribers need to guide patients through the risks and benefits of medicine use and be confident to explain the evidence-base underpinning different treatment options.…

Published: 3 June 2025

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Case-based learning: pharmacy involvement in congenital heart disease

A comprehensive overview of the journey of a patient with congenital heart disease, from foetal to paediatric care, including perspectives from the parents and the medical team.…

Published: 30 May 2025

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Congenital heart disease: an overview

An overview of the causes, diagnosis and treatments for congenital heart disease.…

Published: 27 May 2025

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The importance of active preparation for surgery

As patients awaiting surgery tend to have poorer health and comorbidities, pharmacists can encourage patients to actively prepare for surgery and help improve outcomes.…

Published: 23 May 2025