Healthcare provision

Government launches NHS ten-year health plan

The most important developments in the announcement of the NHS ten-year plan, as they happen.…

Developing my role as a neuropharmacist to improve care for patients with epilepsy

Advanced neurology pharmacist Olga Tanda shares how she seized the opportunity to lead the outpatient epilepsy clinic at her trust and put patients at the centre of their care.…

NHS ten-year plan to include pharmacists in neighbourhood health teams

Due to be published on 3 July 2025, the plan will outline a shift toward localised care through ‘neighbourhood health teams’ in which pharmacists will work alongside other healthcare professionals.…

Support systems: how the Royal Pharmaceutical Society is investing in the future of safe prescribing

By combining financial support with trusted BNF content, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society is strengthening clinical decision-making through its partnership with Dosium.…

Community pharmacy awarded 4% global sum funding increase by Scottish government

Community Pharmacy Scotland said the increase will contribute to additional costs, “such as national insurance impacts”.…

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.…

Community pharmacist independent prescribers increased by one-third from 2023 to 2024, workforce survey shows

Despite the increase in qualified pharmacist independent prescribers, NHS England's survey reported regional variation in the number of them using their prescribing qualification in practice.…

Smoking cessation pill Champix returns to market four years after withdrawal over carcinogen

Manufacturer Pfizer said it had “taken steps to address the presence of nitrosamines in Champix, including lowering the levels to meet regulatory requirements”.…

Three-quarters of pharmacists say patient safety is at risk from medicine delays

Responding to Community Pharmacy England’s pharmacy pressures survey, 87% of pharmacy staff also reported daily problems arising from supply issues, up from 67% in 2022.…

PJ view: Community pharmacy access to patient records must be prioritised

As NHS prescribing services expand, so must the IT infrastructure to allow the provision of thorough and consistent patient care.…