Prescription analysis tool allows pharmacists to benchmark performanceA new prescription analysis system for community pharmacists in the UK has been launched by the Pharmaceutical Services Negotiating Committee and the National Pharmacy Association.…
UK political parties discuss healthcare and pharmacy issues ahead of general election Ahead of the UK public going to the polls on 7 May in the 2015 general election, the three largest political parties in Westminster respond to questions on the big issues in healthcare and pharmacy.…
UK pharmacy regulator issues guidance on services not provided face to faceThe General Pharmaceutical Council has issued guidance on the provision of non-traditional services when patients may not have face-to-face contact with a pharmacist.…
Preparing a research poster for a conference Displaying a poster at a conference is a good way to disseminate your research. This guide will explain how to create an effective poster and the pitfalls to avoid. …
Why doesn’t NHS 111 refer patients to pharmacists? Less than 1% of NHS 111 callers are directed to speak to a pharmacist. Stephen Robinson asks why and looks at what can be done to increase referrals.…
ellaOne emergency contraception available for sale through UK pharmaciesWomen are now able to buy the emergency contraceptive ellaOne (ulipristal acetate, 30mg) from UK pharmacies without a prescription, its manufacturer has confirmed.…
Thursday 7 May: RPS Faculty webinarRoyal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Faculty webinar, ‘Faculty Question Time with a Faculty member’. Ask questions and listen to the experiences of a colleague who has gone through the Faculty assessment. Includes a live demonstration of the Faculty …
The RPS needs a change in approachPharmacy is no longer synonymous with pharmacists. Pharmacy now includes a range of support staff. Pharmacy technicians are qualified team members regulated by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) needs to decide whether its remit is to promote pharmacy o…
Advice, rules and regulations for setting up an internet pharmacy There are 496 distance-selling pharmacy websites currently registered in the UK. What do pharmacists who want to set up their own online pharmacy need to know? …
Improving outcomes for COPD patients An initiative to improve COPD care at Barts Health NHS Trust in London has led to improved health outcomes.…
