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Stock Control of Medicines by Pharmacy System

15 August 2016This post provides the content of a series of procurement training resources aimed at assisting in the management of medicines stocks.  There is a “generic”…

Social prescribing and pharmacy - an ‘on the couch’ conversation

12 September 2023An opportunity to hear how a social prescriber and pharmacist work together in primary care, with hints and ideas on how to reach out and collaborate

Semi-acute settings and transcribing

28 January 2025Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in semi-acute settings

Seasonal influenza vaccination and occupational health services

7 July 2025Advice on medicines mechanisms for the administration of influenza vaccinations to healthcare staff.

SPS Virtual Wards Conference: Opportunities for Pharmacy

21 September 2022A short conference to support pharmacy services contributing to the development and delivery of virtual wards

Risk assessing transcribing for administration

28 January 2025Various factors affect the risks associated with using transcribing for medicines administration.

Reversing an adult opioid overdose with naloxone

18 October 2022A patient safety alert highlighted the risks of giving inappropriate doses of naloxone. We guide on using appropriate intravenous doses in the medical setting.

Resources to support medication review

17 January 2025These resources provide information and guidance that reflects the growing understanding of problematic polypharmacy and overprescribing.

Requirements for Governance and Preparation of Gene Therapy

6 February 2024Practical advice for centres implementing Gene Therapies detailing Governance requirements and optimal preparation location decision making support.

Reminding to take medicines: supporting adherence

20 December 2023Interventions and tools to help improve medication adherence, where memory issues (capability) have been identified as a factor.