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SPS Advice Note: Interim position statement 3; BD Field Safety Notice (FSN) and intraocular injections (BD and other syringes)

18 February 2021Advice following the issue of the BD Urgent Field Safety Notice MPS-18-1209 regarding the use of BD and BBraun (Medline) syringes for intraocular injections.

Safe and secure handling, spillage and disposal of COVID-19 vaccines

19 August 2022Guidance on safe and secure handling, spillage and disposal of COVID-19 vaccines

Safe practice for handling multiple COVID-19 vaccines

2 March 2021A number of COVID-19 vaccines are available, all with different handling and dosing requirements; sites need to plan to reduce the risk of errors

Safety considerations when using Vitamin D

7 September 2022Healthcare professionals who use vitamin D should be aware of the risks of toxicity and safe practice principles which may prevent patient harm

Self-administration of medicines

25 January 2023Self-administering medicines in hospital can benefit patients and organisations alike and should be encouraged wherever it is safe to do

Suitability of BBraun NRFit Lock Syringes with BBraun NRFit Syringe Caps for storage of injectable medicines

20 January 2020The NHS Pharmaceutical Aseptic Services Group published its requirements for the introduction of NRFit neuraxial syringes and caps for the purposes of drug storage on…

The Medication Safety Officer (MSO) role

15 December 2022Understanding the role and responsibilities of the MSO in practice will assist organisations in delivering their medication safety agenda

Understanding medication safety policy and frameworks

15 December 2022Healthcare professionals delivering the medication safety agenda in their organisation require an understanding of national policy, frameworks and legislation

Understanding safety risks with betamethasone soluble tablets used as mouthwash

9 July 2021Serious side effects can be caused if betamethasone soluble tablets used as mouthwash are swallowed. Providing clear patient directions can help prevent harm

Using intravenous paracetamol preparations safely in paediatrics

21 September 2022Safety risks and mitigation strategies are described to reduce the risk of errors with intravenous paracetamol in neonates, infants, and children.