Autism Community Connector and Engagement Team
The Autism Community Connector and Engagement Team in North Yorkshire and York provides targeted support to families with children awaiting or recently diagnosed with Autism. Through Social Prescribers and various support sessions, they aim to improve health, well-being, and independence by offering
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TRC and Natural Medicines Overview
TRC is a leading medication advisory service founded in 1985 that empowers healthcare professionals to reduce medication errors and improve patient care through original, independent, clinically referenced recommendations. They offer web-based solutions and have high satisfaction rates among pharmac
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Understanding MIC Breakpoints in Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing
Antibiotic susceptibility testing evaluates bacteria's response to antibiotics, aiding prescribers in drug selection by determining resistance levels. The interpretation involves categorizing results into S/I/R based on MIC breakpoints and growth inhibition zones. MIC values, ECOFF, PK/PD cutoffs, a
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Overview of Primary Care Network (PCN) Roles and Initiatives for Sustainable Healthcare Delivery
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) play a crucial role in healthcare by focusing on community health, managing long-term conditions, ensuring timely access to services, and promoting sustainability. Key PCN priorities include healthier communities, well-managed patient care, integrated working, and innova
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Understanding Formulary Systems in Healthcare
A formulary is a dynamic list of medications curated by healthcare professionals to guide drug selection based on efficacy, safety, cost, and patient acceptability. It plays a vital role in promoting evidence-based and cost-effective drug therapy, improving communication between prescribers and phar
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School Medication Administration Training Guidelines
Legal requirements and policies for administering medications in schools are outlined, including training for designated personnel and procedures for student self-medication. The guidelines cover medication administration during school activities, transit, and before/after-school care for students w
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Enhancing Skills and Leadership in Non-Medical Prescribing
Support and guidance for Non-Medical Prescribers (NMPs) in developing skills, leadership, and competence. Emphasis on scope of practice, safe prescribing, governance, and the impact on service development. Importance of clinical supervision, organizational factors, and prescribing leadership for hig
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Practical Aspects of Non-Medical Prescribing in In-Patient Pain Management
Exploring the challenges and strategies involved in non-medical prescribing within in-patient pain services, focusing on practicalities, education, COVID-19 symptom management, and improving prescribing practices. The content delves into the complexities of the in-patient pain service, the role of n
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Utilising Social Prescribers to Address Vaccine Cautiousness in London
London is prioritizing vaccine uptake and tackling cautiousness by leveraging the expertise of Personalised Care roles and Social Prescribing Link Workers. This event highlights innovative approaches and best practices to engage vulnerable communities, provide support, and address concerns around CO
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Maximizing Benefits of Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) in Pharmacy Practices
Explore the advantages of EPS and electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD) for prescribers, patients, and the NHS. Discover the benefits for dispensers such as automated downloads, improved stock control, and enhanced patient satisfaction. Learn about NHSBSA support models to increase EPS usage and promot
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Virginia Prescription Monitoring Program Overview
The Virginia Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) aims to track and analyze prescription drug usage to combat substance abuse. Through a comprehensive database, the program helps healthcare providers, law enforcement, and patients access vital information to prevent misuse and overdose deaths. The
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Understanding e-Prescribing Basics with SureScripts
Explore the fundamentals of e-prescribing with SureScripts, covering key concepts such as prescriber terminology, prescription processing, error handling, prescriber registration requirements, and service levels. Gain insights into the different levels of e-prescribing capabilities and how to regist
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Research Department on Prescription Registers in Finland
Research Department in Finland, led by Leena K. Saastamoinen from The Social Insurance Institution (Kela), focuses on prescription registers and essential demographics, including the size of the population. The department collaborates with relevant institutions and is located in Helsinki. They manag
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Comprehensive Overview of Prescription Drug Overdose Prevention Efforts in Lane County
Efforts in Lane County to prevent prescription drug overdose include forming alliances, organizing educational sessions for prescribers, promoting Naloxone access, and engaging with the community and law enforcement. Initiatives also involve monitoring and addressing risky prescribing practices and
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The Opioid Epidemic: History, Causes, and Solutions
Explore the rise and fall of the opioid epidemic, delving into the history of opium and opioids, understanding the current crisis, and learning how prescribers and patients play a role. Discover ways you can contribute to ending this epidemic by gaining insights into the past and present effects of
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Understanding Estimands at ICH for Improved Trial Objectives
Lack of clarity in trial objectives can lead to confusion among developers, decision-makers, patients, and prescribers. Estimands at ICH, presented by Rob Hemmings, address the need to focus on WHAT to estimate rather than just HOW. Patients differ in response to treatment, and multiple treatment ef
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Ventilator Assisted Care Program at Children's Hospital New Orleans
This program at Children's Hospital New Orleans provides ventilator-assisted care for children, ensuring they receive necessary medical support. It covers medication administration, legal rights, historical background, guidelines for care, prohibited medications, and roles and responsibilities of li
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Integrating Addiction Medicine Education in Medical Schools: A Community Initiative
Presentation by Jenifer Van Deusen highlighting the importance of addiction medicine education in medical schools, focusing on Maine's medical school and UNE's PA Program. Discussed initiatives include COPE's efforts with medical schools to enhance substance use disorder education and support. Maine
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Insights on US Prescribers and Biosimilars Naming Practices
This report, conducted in October 2015 by Industry Standard Research, delves into the attitudes and beliefs of US prescribers regarding biosimilars naming. The study methodology included a web-based survey of 400 prescribers specializing in various therapeutic areas. Key findings cover practice sett
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