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The NHS is facing significant operational pressures, which are impacting every area of the organisation, from training and development to workforce morale and patient experience.

Polypharmacy typically refers to the use of five or more regular medicines. This may be appropriate in patients with multiple long-term conditions but can also reflect prescribing cascades, duplication, or a lack of timely review.

Oriel is the digital portal used by medical, dental and pharmaceutical postgraduates to find and apply for work placements, including as part of the Foundation Trainee Pharmacist Programme.

The handbook is intended to help unify perioperative care and reduce medication errors by giving reliable advice on a multitude of perioperative scenarios in one easily accessible place. 

The BNF (British National Formulary) is a comprehensive resource for healthcare professionals, featuring recommended guidance on prescribing, dispensing, and administering medications.

The GPhC sets the education and training standards for the pharmacy industry, with the body also responsible for investigating any complaints or concerns that arise in relation to pharmacy professionals.

A pharmacy assistant is a healthcare professional who works under the supervision of a qualified pharmacist to dispense medications, and advice on dosage, side effects, or potential interactions.

The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) requires all pharmacy professionals in Great Britain to submit a reflective account every year as part of the revalidation process for renewing their registration.

Colonel Ellie Williams has an extraordinary career journey—from NHS wards to military warzones. Her story offers a rare glimpse into the diverse roles pharmacists can play across vastly different environments. 

Unfractionated heparin (UFH) remains an important option in venous thromboembolism (VTE) treatment, but its safe use requires careful monitoring.