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Staged supply
PDL has issued guidance on staged supply… including that pharmacists should set rules early The provision of medicines via a staged supply process is common practice in many pharmacies. While …
When yes means no
What error makes up 10% of incidents reported to PDL? PDL has advised on incidents in which medication is provided to the wrong patient – a type of incident which …
Don’t risk working without cover
Today is April 30, the deadline for pharmacists to renew their professional liabilities insurance cover PDL is urging its members and other pharmacists to ensure that they have organised their …
Flu vaccine pitfalls
The most common reason pharmacists are reported over flu vaccination is regarding the age of the recipient, says PDL In its latest practice alert, PDL has taken a look at …
When can I access My Health Record?
PDL has issued guidance on the use of My Health Record, including on privacy, consent and emergency access With the participation rate in MHR ranked as 90.1% by the Government …
Photocopied script dispensed 60 times
New Zealand’s pharmacy regulator is reportedly “stunned” that a woman was able to use a single photocopied script to get tramadol from 21 pharmacies Stuff reports that Ramona Deane developed …
Proprietor pharmacists cannot delegate professional obligations: PDL
Some interstate pharmacy owners have never visited their businesses, PDL warns In its latest practice alert, PDL says that several incidents reported to it in recent months have exposed some …
An independent responsibility
Prescribers often see a query about a script from a pharmacist as a challenge… so how can pharmacists best navigate these difficult situations? Gary West, professional officer at PDL, presented …
The week in review
The last week of January was a busy one in the pharmacy sector… Two key reports came out this week with significance for pharmacists. The PSA‘s Medicine Safety: Take Care …
A pinch of high-risk medicines
In its latest communication to members, PDL has advised pharmacists how to handle themselves in “APINCH” – when dealing with high-risk medicines A is for Antimicrobials The first medicine class …
Is this script forged?
PDL has offered advice on whether a prescription could be forged, and what pharmacists should do if they suspect they’ve been handed a fake Scott Ames, principal at Meridian Lawyers, …
Why pharmacists can struggle without documentation
PDL has highlighted the importance of documentation, citing two case scenarios where failing to document could have significant impact In its latest newsletter, PDL highlights that adequate documentation of interaction …