7 July 2025 · GPs can vaccinate staff using PSDs, written instructions, or via OHS or community pharmacies. Considerations for using each mechanism are explained.
7 July 2025 · Written instructions can be used as part of an occupational health service to supply/administer medicines to staff within the organisation.
7 July 2025 · PGDs should only be used in an NHS OHS, where they confer additional benefit for service provision. They cannot be used for OHS via private provision.
7 July 2025 · Various legal mechanisms can be used to supply and/or administer medicines within OHS. We explain some practical applications within this series.
2 July 2025 · Two influenza written instruction templates are published annually; one for NHS bodies and Local Authorities and one for independent/other providers.
30 April 2025 · There are many artificial saliva products for dry mouth (xerostomia). We summarise eligibility for dental prescribing and key pharmaceutical considerations.
30 April 2025 · Artificial saliva products for dry mouth (xerostomia) vary in formulation. We advise on pharmaceutical considerations and prescribing or supplying in dentistry.
29 April 2025 · Sertraline is the first-line option in people with coronary heart disease. Alternatives include fluoxetine, paroxetine and mirtazapine.