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The content below contains the latest news affecting community pharmacy owners and their teams throughout Scotland. If you can’t find something or you have a question please get in touch with us at webteam@cps.scot
NHS Pharmacy First Approved List Update
The NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Service approved list of products has been updated as of 1st of April 2024.
April 2024 Part 7 Publishing
Please note, due to the day on which the 1st April falls this year, we will publish the April edition of Part 7 on the website slightly later than usual, early next week.
Prescription Collection: Thursday, 4th April 2024
With your next Parcelforce prescription collection coming up on Thursday, 4th April 2024.
PCA(P)(2024)02 - Additional Pharmaceutical Services NHS PFS - Updated PGDs
This Circular advises Health Boards and community pharmacy contractors of updated Patient Group Directions (PGDs) that are to be implemented for the treatment of shingles and skin infections under NHS Pharmacy First Scotland.
Tips For Recognising, Diagnosing and Treating Lyme Disease
Our colleagues at LDUK have put together the following information to help raise awareness of Lyme Disease amongst community pharmacy health professionals.
Prescription Collection: Thursday, 21st March 2024
With your next Parcelforce prescription collection coming up on Thursday, 21st March 2024.
Support a Great Cause: Sponsorship Opportunities at CPS's Charity Golf Day!
As we gear up for Community Pharmacy Scotland's 10th Annual Charity Golf Day, we are happy to announce various sponsorship opportunities available for businesses like yours. This event, held at the beautiful Mar Hall Golf and Spa Resort, is not just about enjoying a day on the greens—it's about making a tangible difference in our communities.
Women’s Health Champion Lunchtime Seminars
Scotland’s Women’s Health Champion Professor Anna Glasier invites Public Health Registrar Dr Rosie McNee to present her research findings
Community Pharmacy Scotland’s Website Refresh
We have refreshed our website to bring it inline with what you and our analytics say our members are using it for.
Additions to Part 7 ~ Friday 1st March 2024
The new updated version of Part 7 is now available for March 2024. In this month there are several additions we wanted to make you aware of.
Prescription Collection: Thursday 7th March 2024
With your next Parcelforce prescription collection coming up on Thursday 7th March 2024, we wanted to make you aware of some important timescales for submitting these. P&CFS have advised the following:
Asthma: New Practice Leaflet
Our friends in the Scottish Respiratory Pharmacy specialist interest group have created a really helpful, short leaflet to support patients' understanding of their treatment in plain, easy-to-understand terms.
Women’s Health Champion Lunchtime Seminar
A Public Health Approach to Women, Contraception and Abortion
Crafting the Perfect Swing for Charity
As the countdown begins for Community Pharmacy Scotland's 10th Annual Charity Golf Day, we're excited to pull back the curtain and share a sneak peek into the behind-the-scenes hustle and bustle of putting together this extraordinary event.
Action Required: NES Foundation Year 2025/26
Please find below a message from our colleagues at NES, who are preparing to begin the recruitment for 2025/26 Foundation Year (Pre-reg) pharmacists.
NHS Scotland's SWAN Connection Upgrade
NHS Scotland, in collaboration with BT, is set to enhance the Scottish Wide Area Network (SWAN), benefiting over 6,000 sites, including pharmacies.
Swing for a Cause
Community Pharmacy Scotland is thrilled to invite you to its 10th Annual Charity Golf Day, taking place on Friday, 17 May 2024, at the exquisite Mar Hall Golf and Spa Resort.
Courier Collection - Tuesday, 20th February
It’s that time again, your next prescription collection date is Tuesday, 20th February.
Safe Spaces / Ask for ANI Schemes
Many of our members have signed up to provide a safe space and crisis response for those suffering from domestic abuse
Volunteers for Pharmacy Menopause Digital Development
CPS is looking into digitally developing services that can be used to support patients in the area of Womens Health, in this instance, Menopause.