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UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) PGD Templates
14 September 2020
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Patient Group Direction templates by UKHSA are developed for a range of clinical scenarios. A summary of the processes to use and further links are provided.
Delegating PGD authorisation by a Local Authority
7 March 2022
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It is not permitted for a Local Authority to delegate the authorisation of Patient Group Directions using a Section 75 partnership agreement.
Off-label or unlicensed product use under HMR 2012 exemptions
8 January 2020
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A legal position summary regarding the sale, supply or administration of off-label/unlicensed products under Schedule 17 of the Human Medicines Regulations 2012
NHS prescription charges for PGDs or HMR 2012 exemptions
16 November 2021
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This article summarises the position regarding the levying of prescription charges for medicines supplied under a PGD or an exemption to the HMR 2012.
Patient Group Direction use in End of Life Care
10 August 2020
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Considerations required before implementing Patient Group Direction (PGDs) for in End of Life Care
Delegation of roles under a PGD
19 March 2024
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Delegation of any PGD function is not permitted. However there are specific tasks that individuals other than the professional working under a PGD can fulfil.
Authorising Independent Healthcare Provider (IHP) PGDs
21 September 2020
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Considerations are needed when NHS or local authorities commission services using PGDs from independent healthcare providers.
PGD Learning Event 3: Question and Answers
17 May 2023
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This session was a chance for those who attended sessions 1 or 2 to have their PGD related questions answered by the expert panel.
Benzylpenicillin for Group B Streptococcus for use in neonates
19 January 2023
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SPS PGD template for the intrapartum administration of benzylpenicillin for prevention of early-onset Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection in neonates.
Labelling requirements for medicines supplied under a PGD
9 September 2020
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Advice on the legal labelling requirements for Prescription Only Medicines (POM) and Pharmacy Medicines (P) supplied under a Patient Group Direction
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