All licensed medicines containing sodium valproate, valproic acid and semisodium valproate have been reclassified as special containers, meaning they are subject to full pack dispensing. bit.ly/48vuFgd

A joy to hand over the reins to Paul Rees MBE . Fantastic to hear from Pallavi dawda and David Webb . How far CP has come in clinical esteem in couple of years.

We’re excited for the next Public Health Campaign - Winter Wellbeing ❄️ You should all be receiving resources in the post soon! If you have any questions or concerns get it touch: [email protected]

If your repeat prescription has run out, a local pharmacist can provide an emergency supply of most medicines until you can contact your own GP. Some exceptions and a charge may apply. Find your nearest open pharmacy ⬇️ 🔗nhs.uk/find-a-pharmacy

Thanks to the innovative @ThisSukhiLife for allowing #ITVTONIGHT to film my interview for tonight's programme on ITV1, airing at 8.30pm, about community pharmacy being the 'new NHS frontline' at her excellent CliniChem Pharmacy, in Victoria. #Pharmacy #NHS #primarycare

There are 6,000 GP Practices in England, while there are 10,700 pharmacies. Patients struggle to access their GP but can walk straight into a pharmacy...Over last decade, 10,000 pharmacies have closed and 8 close a week. Govt/NHS mustn't now allow pharmacy network to crumble #NHS

Meet our Boots Pharmacist, Vuyani ✨ Vuyani is here to tell you all about the new NHS Pharmacy First Service and how our pharmacists can help with seven common conditions 💙 Our pharmacists are always here to help. Find out more by watching here: spr.ly/6003VMiuF

Pleased to see pharmacy technicians will be able to supply meds under PGDs - also looking forward to further news on modernisation of supervision. While these changes are welcome community pharmacy battles with broken funding model on daily basis. We need a new deal now #pharmacy

Every day, your NHS is here for you. From local pharmacies to minor injury units you can use without an appointment. cornwallft.nhs.uk/miu-waiting-ti… Find a local pharmacy: nhs.uk/service-search… NHS 111 online is also available 24/7: 111.nhs.uk cios.icb.nhs.uk/help-us/where-…

Pharmacy being talked about all over the media this weekend Proud of all the Pharmacy team’s delivering care everyday, it’s why Pharmacy First expansion is the right think to do. Now we need to stabilise core contract and the network. #SaveOurPharmacies National Pharmacy Association

Join our 'One Day to #saveourpharmacies' day of action on 20 June, to show the politicians there's a state of emergency within community pharmacy. We'll issue guidance on the action you could take on that day, such as turning off the lights for 2 hours and wearing black, soon.

When we dispense these dressings we make a £6 loss on each pack. The department of health have decided to pay us less than the agreed drug tariff price on all dressings. We will not survive if this continues. #fairerfundingforpharmacy #saveourpharmacies

.Boots is bringing even more brands to beauty lovers with the arrival of TikTok-trending brand Made by Mitchell, available now on boots.com and launching into 95 stores nationwide throughout July. Find our more on our newsroom 🙌 tinyurl.com/mrcwf5s

Your local pharmacist can now offer treatment for 7 common conditions without you needing to see a GP or have a prescription. Don't wait for minor health concerns to get worse – think pharmacy first!   ➡️More info: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyf….

Whilst in London at Community Pharmacy England conference our COO Drew Creek took the opportunity to have breakfast in Parliament with local MP Noah Law. They discussed the urgent need for financial support for our sector and the pivotal role of Cornish pharmacies nick kaye

Starting in April 2025, a new agreement for EHC will be in effect, which includes a revised fee arrangement. Please check the email you received or go to buff.ly/4aaCXeD for more information. To participate, action must be taken by January 31st.

Pharmacy cuts hit rural care access, report finds bbc.in/3ECUvUO

🗣️ “Last year we made a loss….each year it gets progressively harder to make the business viable.” 📺 Ian Bloxham from Hendras Pharmacy in Cornwall talks to BBC South West about the enormous pressures facing pharmacies across the country

C+D Awards 2025: Shortlist announced! vist.ly/3yv8y The shortlist has been announced for the C+D Awards 2025, which will take place at the Hilton on Park Lane on September 11. With a record number of entries, see who made the final list... chemistanddruggist.co.uk/awards-news/cd…