Shocking subject matter, but have to say I really enjoyed working on this piece with Brona. Quite an insight into what it's like dispensing these potentially dangerous medicines to patients.

I admire the professionalism of this pharmacist. The fact is that they would probably be seen as "not a team player" in that particular setting. But why are pharmacists being put in these situations, and are often scapegoated when things go wrong.

The commoditisation of medications with potential for significant harm, & abdication of pharmaceutical responsibility by pharmacists, is not only creating risk to often vulnerable patients, but putting pressure on supply chains,colleagues & risks diversion. Decisive action needed

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