The Pharmacist Interview with Malcolm Harrison
Chief executive of the CCA, Malcolm Harrison was interviewed exclusively by Joanna Robertson from The Pharmacist. ‘Malcolm Harrison shared why...
Category: Blogs
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‘Pharmacies could save 20 million GP appointments a year.’ says Dr Nick Thayer
ILLUSTRATION BY RYAN TODD As part of the Mens Health magazines series exploring solutions to the NHS crisis – our...
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Community pharmacies lead the way in blood pressure checks
The Company Chemists’ Association is proud to take part in the NHS England Inclusive Pharmacy Practice Programme. NHSE’s first Inclusive...
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Blog: Future of pharmacy inquiry kicks off – CCA reflects on the priorities for community pharmacy
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Pharmacy kicks off its inquiry into the future of pharmacy today focusing on making the most of community pharmacy...
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Blog: Full public inquiry into Covid-19 must learn lessons from front-line staff delivering NHS services
The lessons learned inquiry joint committee report (published on 12th October) focussed on the Government’s handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. The forthcoming public inquiry must examine the impact of government...
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Blog: Patient harm reduction: medications, substances, and community pharmacy
Today, 31st August, marks International Overdose Awareness Day. Overdose is an emotive topic, whether accidental or not. Community Pharmacy has...
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Blog: pharmacists reflect on year of offering Safe Spaces for domestic abuse survivors
During the first wave of the pandemic the domestic abuse charity UK SAYS NO MORE, in partnership with Hestia, asked...
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Blog – eliminating hepatitis C through the power of community pharmacies
As key providers of services which prevent hepatitis C transmission, community pharmacies are vital players in the UK’s efforts to...
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POM to P contraceptive switch: what’s next for community pharmacy and patient consultations?
Women’s health hit the headlines recently with a proposed landmark change to access to contraceptives. The Medicines and Healthcare products...
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Blog: community pharmacy – a lifeline to those in need
Today is International Women’s Day and ‘No More’ week – a week organised by UK SAYS NO MORE to raise...
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Blog: Covid-19 – what are the lessons to be learnt? A view from community pharmacy
As we enter 2021, the joint Health and Social Care Committee and Science and Technology Committee continue to reflect on...
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Blog: why this year’s flu vaccine programme is different
The flu vaccination is one of the most effective interventions the NHS has to reduce pressure on the health and...