NEWS
LOCAL PHARMACY PROVIDES ESSENTIAL ‘DROP-OFF POINT’
Bannside Pharmacy in Portglenone is now a drop-off point for the @the_hygiene_bank_ballymena initiative.
This means that patients and customers can now leave unused, hygiene-related items, such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, shower gel, razors, shaving foam, deodorant, hairbrushes, nappies, toilet rolls and detergents at the pharmacy.
The items will then be passed on to a number of excellent local charities, such as Women’s Aid, Barnardo’s UK, the Simon Community and the Lighthouse Hostel.
NEW GUIDANCE ON THE PROVISION OF SERVICES: PSNI
The Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has published new guidance on the Provision of Services for pharmacists in Northern Ireland.
The new guidance covers two areas relating to the provision of services: • the impact of a pharmacist’s religion and/or beliefs on their willingness to provide a specific service
• dealing with the situation when a medicine, service or medicinal device is not currently in stock or available
‘This is important guidance designed to assist pharmacists to navigate complex situations,’ said Dr Jim Livingstone, President of the Council of the Pharmaceutical Society.
‘The Pharmaceutical Society NI has a responsibility to protect the public. We also, however, recognise that pharmacists are individuals that hold valid beliefs and values, which may impact on their willingness to provide certain services. The new guidance outlines how pharmacists should protect the rights of patients to access the care and services they need, whilst acknowledging pharmacists’ right to conscience and working in a safe and fair environment.
‘At the heart of the guidance is an emphasis on sensitive, clear and appropriate communication. The guidance will also be of interest to patients and patient groups, as it outlines what they can expect from their pharmacist.’
Locum pharmacist, Una O’Farrell, has been appointed as the Pharmacists’ Defence Association’s (PDA) new Regional Official for Northern Ireland.
Una will support PDA members in Northern Ireland, including co- ordinating the Regional Committee members who represent all sectors of pharmacy.
Una aims to build strong PDA networks for pharmacists, students and pre-reg trainees in Northern Ireland.
‘The pharmacy profession,’ said Una, ‘has risen to the challenges of the most difficult of times, and, during this pandemic, we have proven our role as a valuable link in the healthcare chain. Traditionally in NI, professional representation has been narrow. I look forward to representing the views of pharmacists within the ICTU which shapes and influences policy in key areas, such as employment legislation, education, and social policy. With the experience of the PDA team, I’m listening, and ready to support the professional endeavours of the entire cross-section of members so that collectively we meet our maximum potential.’
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NEW PDA REGIONAL OFFICIAL FOR NI
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