‘Critical’ role of connection

Pharmacist marks Social Prescribing Day, noting that the profession often encounters health challenges that cannot be treated with medication The founder of PALS (Pharmacy Addressing Loneliness and Social-isolation) has marked Social Prescribing Day celebrated today (Weds 19 March), by noting the key role of pharmacists in supporting “social prescribing”—connecting individuals to meaningful, non-medical support. Jenny