DDA24: Register with the SPS!

Delegates at the DDA24 conference were encouraged to register (free) at the NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service.

Speaking to delegates, Dr Justine Scanlan, head of the SPS outlined the history and remit of the service. For dispensing GP teams, the most useful resources include:

Medicines Advice Team (MA)
Clinical Enquiry Answering
Horizon Scanning Service
Medicines Use & Safety Team (MUS)
Temperature control for medicines
The Medicines Supply Tool (supply shortage notifications)

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