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World Mental Health Day 2021
Sun 10th October 2021
Today (10 October 2021) marks World Mental Health Day that aims to raise awareness and advocate against the social stigma that surrounds mental health. This year's theme is ‘Mental health care for all: let's make it a reality.'
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PDA LGBT+ Network writes to GPhC and PhSC on more inclusion of LGBT+ education in the MPharm programme
Fri 8th October 2021
The PDA LGBT+ Pharmacists' Network Committee were elected in June earlier this year and quickly reached a consensus: the MPharm degree content needs to be reviewed to improve LGBT+ inclusivity.
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Community Pharmacy employers try to lower salary expectations of new pharmacists
Thu 7th October 2021
At a time when some claim there is a shortage of pharmacists and that many students are now joining pharmacy courses only through the university clearing process, a group of employers have launched a website that suggests pharmacists could earn as little as £12 an hour.
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HSE Stress and Wellbeing Survey for PDA members employed at Lloyds, Boots and Well
Thu 7th October 2021
Over the past year, the PDA has seen an increase in members employed by the major pharmacy multiples seeking advice and support on issues relating to wellbeing and stress at work.
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Health Campaigns Together briefing on the Health and Social Care Bill
Wed 6th October 2021
Health Campaigns Together, a coalition including local health campaigners and trade unions have produced a four-page briefing paper outlining concerns about the current Health & Social Care Bill which could significantly change the NHS in England.
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My journey to become a qualified pharmacist
Wed 6th October 2021
In our latest member voice article, newly qualified pharmacist and PDA Rep, Navinder Singh shares his experience of working in community pharmacy as a pre-reg (trainee pharmacist) during the pandemic. Navinder also gives advice to MPharm students and trainee pharmacists and shares his plans for the future.
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PDA welcomes a mutual membership between WEA and GFTU
Tue 5th October 2021
On 24 September 2021, the WEA (formerly known as the Workers’ Educational Association) and the GFTU (General Federation of Trade Unions) announced a mutual membership that brings discounted WEA membership to GFTU members and GFTU affiliate members.
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PDA Chairman elected as Secretary General of European pharmacists’ organisation
Mon 4th October 2021
The 10th annual congress of the Employed Community Pharmacists of the European Union (EPhEU) has elected PDA Chairman, Mark Koziol as their Secretary General. EPhEU is the federation that unites community pharmacist trade unions across the European continent.
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Pharmacists prioritising a safety-first approach to flu vaccinations
Mon 4th October 2021
Following the recent publication of the PDA’s flu vaccination services FAQ document for community pharmacy, many members have been in touch to welcome this important guidance and to share some of their frontline experiences.
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Student Newsletter – October 2021
Fri 1st October 2021
In this edition, read about how MPharm students across the UK are getting involved in the PDA’s #GetVaccinted campaign and find out how to get more involved with the work of the PDA!