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When PGDs can be used
12 February 2024
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Understanding when PGDs are a suitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an appropriate legal framework for service provision.
How to develop a Patient Group Direction
9 June 2022
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A step by step guide to help organisations and individuals navigate all stages of the PGD development process
Introduction to PGDs
12 February 2024
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Understand what a Patient Group Direction (PGD) is and how it is used in clinical practice.
Using PGDs in occupational health services (OHS)
4 March 2024
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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.
Options for GP practices providing influenza vaccination to staff
4 March 2024
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GPs can vaccinate staff using PSDs, written instructions, or via OHS or community pharmacies. Considerations for using each mechanism are explained.
Emtricitabine/tenofovir and raltegravir tablets for HIV PEP
5 October 2021
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SPS PGD template for the supply of emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil and raltegravir tablets for HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis (HIV PEP).
Legal provision of GSL and P medicines by registered midwives
20 April 2023
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Advice to support registered midwives in the legal administration and/or supply of P and GSL medicine, using omeprazole tablets as an example.
Understanding Patient Group Directions and Integrated Care Boards
3 May 2023
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We outline the responsibilities of ICBs in England as commissioners of NHS services using PGDs, and link to resources that provide further support and advice.
Supplying contrast agents under a Patient Group Direction
12 August 2020
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Advice on the preparation and/or administration of contrast agents supplied under a Patient Group Direction (PGD).
PGD use in services provided by multiple organisations
14 July 2020
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Principles to be considered are outlined for Patient Group Directions used in the provision of medicines/vaccines in services provided by multiple organisations
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