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PDA IN THE NEWS: Dispatches highlights safety concerns around online prescribing of weight loss medication
Wed 12th March 2025
The PDA recently participated in the Channel 4 Dispatches programme which highlighted concerns about how weight loss medicines, such as GLP-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1 RA) could be acquired inappropriately online or from some private prescribers.
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PDA responds to suggestions that up to 50% of central NHS England/DHSC jobs could be cut
Tue 11th March 2025
The PDA will support individual members impacted by changes.
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A third-year pharmacy student’s insight into Ramadan
Tue 11th March 2025
In our latest Member Voice, a third year pharmacy student who wishes to remain anonymous gives an insight into what Ramadan is, how it is celebrated and how those not celebrating Ramadan can provide support and understanding during this period.
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PDA Unveils Workforce Wellbeing Strategy
Mon 10th March 2025
As part of its commitment to support the wellbeing of pharmacists, the PDA has launched a Workforce Wellbeing Strategy - a transformative initiative designed to enhance the mental health, financial resilience, and overall wellbeing of pharmacists across the UK.
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PDA comments on the proposed sale of Boots parent company
Sat 8th March 2025
The PDA reassures pharmacists that whatever happens at Boots the PDA will be on their side and representing their interests.
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PDA says vote ‘NO’ to current RPS charter proposals if they will not cancel ballot
Fri 7th March 2025
The PDA urges the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) to abandon its hastily convened ballot on turning the RPS into a charity called the Royal College of Pharmacy.
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Student Newsletter – March 2025
Thu 6th March 2025
In this edition, read about how pharmacy students at Kingston University have raised money for the Medicines to Gaza campaign and how the PDA’s fair funding campaign has taken another positive step forward. Also read an anonymous PDA student member’s experience of finding resilience.
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Empowering the next generation: Takeaways from the STUC Youth Leadership Conference
Thu 6th March 2025
Two PDA members recently attended the STUC (Scottish Trades Union Congress) Youth Leadership Conference in Glasgow. This event was a unique opportunity for young trade unionists to develop their leadership skills and network with peers from across Scotland.
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PDA calls on GP employers to ensure improved funding reaches employed pharmacists
Wed 5th March 2025
GP practices need to ensure increased funding means improved job security, pay and conditions for employees.
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NHS pharmacists – should talk about Flex
Mon 3rd March 2025
To help recruit and retain enough staff in the NHS, employees and potential employees are encouraged to find out more about flexible working.