New gene-editing regulation bill in Parliament discussion
A bill is currently being reviewed in the House of Commons regarding gene-editing of plants and animals and products produced from genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
PSNC to expand pharmacy technician role
The Pharmaceutical Services Negotiating Committee (PSNC) are currently in the negotiating the expanding of the role of the pharmacy technician to provide more key services within a pharmacy.
Early Access to Medicines Scheme (EAMS): Sickle Cell Disease
The Early Access to Medicines Scheme (EAMS) launched in 2014 and allows patients with unmet clinical needs to gain early access to unlicensed medicines and medicines to be used outside of their licence.
New Medicine Service (NMS)
The New Medicine Service (NMS) was introduced on the 1st October 2011 with the aim to offer advice and guidance for patients with long term conditions who are prescribed new medicines. The service is provided for free by the NHS in your local pharmacy.
Medical Device Apps – Stand-alone software and apps
Medical device apps are becoming increasingly more common as healthcare management tools used in hospitals and community settings.