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PDA Regional Committees discuss the latest issues in pharmacy
Sat 18th May 2024
PDA Regional Committees are made up of pharmacists from across the profession that are elected to represent the PDA wider membership. The committees meet to discuss current issues in pharmacy ahead of PDA National Executive Committee meetings.
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PDA works closely with the STUC to improve the working lives of pharmacists in Scotland
Fri 17th May 2024
Last month, the PDA attended the STUC Congress 2024 to progress three motions that aim to improve the working lives of pharmacists in Scotland.
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Shaping pharmacy: PDA Reps and active members development day
Thu 16th May 2024
Last month the PDA was pleased to host a brand-new event for all PDA Reps, regional committee members, and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Network members. The face-to-face event took place in Birmingham on 27 April and looked into how PDA members can help shape pharmacy.
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FIP publishes its annual report for 2023
Thu 16th May 2024
The International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) has launched its annual report to reflect on the range of the federation's activities across all pharmacy sectors over the past year.
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PDA Reps at Boots mark Mental Health Awareness Week
Wed 15th May 2024
This week (13 - 19 May) is Mental Health Awareness Week. The aim of this week is to tackle the stigma around mental health and help people understand and prioritise their own and others’ mental health.
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Supporting pharmacists during Covid-19
Learn how the PDA is supporting pharmacists in the fight against Covid-19...
New Scheme For GP Practice-Based Pharmacists
Learn more about how the PDA is keeping you covered...
PDA MEMBER NETWORKS
Learn about the PDA's Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Networks...
The PDA (Pharmacists’ Defence Association)
The PDA is a not-for-profit organisation which supports the needs of individual employed and locum pharmacists and pharmacy students and, when necessary, defends their reputation. With more than 37,000 members we are the largest pharmacist membership organisation and the only independent trade union exclusively for pharmacists in the UK.
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PDA publishes summary of the Pharmacy Technicians Report
Sun 5th May 2024
The PDA has launched its summary of the PDA Pharmacy Technicians Report for members. The summary outlines the key points and recommendations made in 2019.
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PDA cannot support DiCE best practice guidance for online prescribing of GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight management in adults
Fri 3rd May 2024
The PDA is unable to recommend reliance upon the guidance published by the Digital Clinical Excellence (DiCE) as it conflicts with an expert report commissioned by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The report is currently being used to prosecute significant numbers of pharmacist prescribers who use a questionnaire-based model of consultation.
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PDA calls on members to share their views on the role of a DPP
Tue 2nd April 2024
The PDA has launched a survey to ask pharmacist independent prescribers about their views on Designated Prescribing Practitioners (DPPs). The responses will support the PDA’s policies and stakeholder engagement activities regarding independent prescribers.
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Insight Online – April 2024
Mon 29th April 2024
This month, learn about how we are defending our members by fighting the discrimination they face and how the Pharmacy First thresholds are adding pressure on pharmacists. Plus, read about some useful resources that will support you in your career!
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Welcome to the April 2024 PDA Education Update
Wed 3rd April 2024
PDA Education provides FREE training and support to PDA members. This newsletter highlights the latest activities, training opportunities, and support available.
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Insight Online – March 2024
Tue 26th March 2024
This month, learn about the latest ways we are representing your interests and raising your concerns with the government. We also announce the appointment of our new PDA Director of Pharmacy, Jay Badenhorst. Plus, find out about the range of upcoming FREE events and courses designed to support you in your career.
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