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View article: (ID: 18) What is the pharmacist acceptability of embedding a respiratory pathogen point-of-care test into a community pharmacy sore throat service?
(ID: 18) What is the pharmacist acceptability of embedding a respiratory pathogen point-of-care test into a community pharmacy sore throat service? Open
Introduction In Wales, a community pharmacy-based Sore Throat Test and Treat (STTT) service includes a lateral flow point-of-care test (POCT) for Group A Streptococcus, offered to patients who meet threshold clinical criteria [1]. BioMérie…
View article: (ID: 22) What are the patient-reported outcome measures from a national pilot community pharmacy-led urinary tract infection service?
(ID: 22) What are the patient-reported outcome measures from a national pilot community pharmacy-led urinary tract infection service? Open
Introduction Urinary tract infections (UTIs) occur in around 50% of women within their lifetimes, with 228,133 prescriptions written in Wales for nitrofurantoin (the mainstay treatment for UTIs according to national guidelines [1]) in the …
View article: “I Felt Empowered”: Patient-Reported Experience with a Pilot National Community Pharmacy-Based Urinary Tract Infection Service
“I Felt Empowered”: Patient-Reported Experience with a Pilot National Community Pharmacy-Based Urinary Tract Infection Service Open
Background: In June 2024, urinary tract infections (UTIs) were added to the list of conditions that could be treated by community pharmacists providing the national Common Ailments Service in Wales. The aim of this study was to describe pa…
View article: <em>“I Felt Empowered”</em>:<em> </em>Patient-Reported Experience with a Pilot National Community Pharmacy-Based Urinary Tract Infection Service
<em>“I Felt Empowered”</em>:<em> </em>Patient-Reported Experience with a Pilot National Community Pharmacy-Based Urinary Tract Infection Service Open
In June 2024, urinary tract infections (UTIs) were added to the list of conditions that could be treated by community pharmacists providing the national Common Ailments Service in Wales. The aim of this study was to describe patient-report…
View article: Development and Validation of a Tool for Evaluating Self-regulated and Self-directed Aptitudes of Learning (SELF-ReDiAL)
Development and Validation of a Tool for Evaluating Self-regulated and Self-directed Aptitudes of Learning (SELF-ReDiAL) Open
Introduction Self-regulated learning (SRL) and self-directed learning (SDL) are widely studied in education, but debates about their relationship have hindered effective measurement in practice. The recently introduced SELF-ReDiAL framewor…
View article: Comparison of antibiotic provision associated with acute sore throat symptom management in community pharmacies in Wales and England: a natural policy experiment
Comparison of antibiotic provision associated with acute sore throat symptom management in community pharmacies in Wales and England: a natural policy experiment Open
Background Acute sore throat is managed in community pharmacies in England and Wales under different clinical pathways: Acute Sore Throat Pharmacy First (ASTPF) and Sore Throat Test and Treat (STTT), respectively. ASTPF launched in 2024 an…
View article: Clinical outcomes following acute sore throat assessment at community pharmacy versus general practice: a retrospective, longitudinal, data linkage study
Clinical outcomes following acute sore throat assessment at community pharmacy versus general practice: a retrospective, longitudinal, data linkage study Open
Background To date, no research has compared longer-term outcomes (antibiotic provision; re-consultations; hospital admissions for quinsy; cost-effectiveness) following presentation with acute sore throat at general practice (GP) versus ne…
View article: Unlicensed “Special” Medicines: Using the Pillar Integration Model to Understand Stakeholder Perspectives Across Care Settings
Unlicensed “Special” Medicines: Using the Pillar Integration Model to Understand Stakeholder Perspectives Across Care Settings Open
The results highlight a clear need for more integrated care and support for prescribers to reduce the chances of delays between care settings, and more patient-centred care to ensure that any delays when accessing medicines do not lead to …
View article: Over-the-counter antibiotics compromising aminoglycoside activity
Over-the-counter antibiotics compromising aminoglycoside activity Open
Introduction Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global issue that needs addressing. While antibiotic stewardship has improved often by restricting antibiotic use, some antibiotics that are still sold legally over the counter (OTC), notabl…
View article: A longitudinal study of UK pharmacists’ resilience, burnout andwellbeing throughout the COVID-19 pandemic
A longitudinal study of UK pharmacists’ resilience, burnout andwellbeing throughout the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased pressure on healthcare services globally. However, the impact of this prolonged and everchanging pressure on pharmacist wellbeing, burnout and resilience is unexplored. Objective: T…
View article: Correction: Internet Tool to Support Self-Assessment and Self-Swabbing of Sore Throat: Development and Feasibility Study
Correction: Internet Tool to Support Self-Assessment and Self-Swabbing of Sore Throat: Development and Feasibility Study Open
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View article: Correction: Internet Tool to Support Self-Assessment and Self-Swabbing of Sore Throat: Development and Feasibility Study (Preprint)
Correction: Internet Tool to Support Self-Assessment and Self-Swabbing of Sore Throat: Development and Feasibility Study (Preprint) Open
UNSTRUCTURED Background: Sore throat is a common problem and a common reason for the overuse of antibiotics. A web-based tool that helps people assess their sore throat, through the use of clinical prediction rules, taking throat swabs or…
View article: A pharmacy-led sore throat test and treat (STTT) service: antigen testing and antibiotic supply rates during the period of heightened public awareness of Group A <i>Streptococcus</i> infections
A pharmacy-led sore throat test and treat (STTT) service: antigen testing and antibiotic supply rates during the period of heightened public awareness of Group A <i>Streptococcus</i> infections Open
Background Community pharmacies in Wales delivered an NHS-funded sore throat test and treat (STTT) service during the period of increased invasive Group A Streptococcus (iGAS) incidents in winter 2022–23. Service users were screened using …
View article: Can a mock medication-taking learning activity enable pharmacy students to experience the range of barriers and facilitators to medication adherence? An analysis informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework and COM-B model
Can a mock medication-taking learning activity enable pharmacy students to experience the range of barriers and facilitators to medication adherence? An analysis informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework and COM-B model Open
This is the first study to utilise both COM-B and TDF to analyse a proxy measure of medication adherence in pharmacy education. Data mapping demonstrated that students experienced similar issues to patients when prescribed a short course o…
View article: Internet Tool to Support Self-Assessment and Self-Swabbing of Sore Throat: Development and Feasibility Study
Internet Tool to Support Self-Assessment and Self-Swabbing of Sore Throat: Development and Feasibility Study Open
Background Sore throat is a common problem and a common reason for the overuse of antibiotics. A web-based tool that helps people assess their sore throat, through the use of clinical prediction rules, taking throat swabs or saliva samples…
View article: Exploring the implementation of Discharge Medicines Review referrals by hospital pharmacy professionals: A qualitative study using the consolidated framework for implementation research
Exploring the implementation of Discharge Medicines Review referrals by hospital pharmacy professionals: A qualitative study using the consolidated framework for implementation research Open
Policymakers may use the findings and recommendations from this study to promote hospital pharmacy staff engagement to similar community pharmacy services like the Discharge Medicines Service in England.
View article: Factors affecting the patient journey and patient care when receiving an unlicensed medicine: A systematic review
Factors affecting the patient journey and patient care when receiving an unlicensed medicine: A systematic review Open
This review identified a clear need for consistent information to be provided to healthcare professional and patients alike to support the safe and effective use of unlicensed medicines across care settings.
View article: Community Pharmacists’ Views on the Early Stages of Implementation of a National Pilot Independent Prescribing Service in Wales: A Qualitative Study
Community Pharmacists’ Views on the Early Stages of Implementation of a National Pilot Independent Prescribing Service in Wales: A Qualitative Study Open
This study builds on the body of evidence on enhanced patient experience with prescribing services in the community, reinforcing that IPPs have a key role in rebalancing management of common conditions from GP surgeries to community pharma…
View article: Development, implementation and evaluation of the digital transformation of renal services in Wales: the journey from local to national
Development, implementation and evaluation of the digital transformation of renal services in Wales: the journey from local to national Open
Background Treatment for people with kidney disease is often associated with complicated combinations of medicines. Logistical challenges with traditiona paper-based prescribing means that these patients are particularly susceptible to med…
View article: Characteristics of the sore throat test and treat service in community pharmacies (STREP) in Wales: cross-sectional analysis of 11 304 consultations using anonymized electronic pharmacy records
Characteristics of the sore throat test and treat service in community pharmacies (STREP) in Wales: cross-sectional analysis of 11 304 consultations using anonymized electronic pharmacy records Open
Background An NHS-funded sore throat test and treat (STTT) service was introduced in selected community pharmacies in Wales. Service users were screened using FeverPAIN/Centor scores, offered rapid antigen detection testing (RADT) to detec…
View article: Self-sampling to identify pathogens and inflammatory markers in patients with acute sore throat: Feasibility study
Self-sampling to identify pathogens and inflammatory markers in patients with acute sore throat: Feasibility study Open
Introduction Sore throat is a common reason for overuse of antibiotics. The value of inflammatory or biomarkers in throat swab or saliva samples in predicting benefit from antibiotics is unknown. Methods We used the ‘person-based approach’…
View article: Evaluation of a Sore throat Test and tReat servicE in community Pharmacies (STREP).
Evaluation of a Sore throat Test and tReat servicE in community Pharmacies (STREP). Open
ObjectivesA Sore Throat Test and Treat (STTT) service was introduced in selected community pharmacies to screen against Streptococcus A and appropriately treat infections, relieving pressure on General Practices (GP). The long-term impact …
View article: Internet Tool to Support Self-Assessment and Self-Swabbing of Sore Throat: Development and Feasibility Study (Preprint)
Internet Tool to Support Self-Assessment and Self-Swabbing of Sore Throat: Development and Feasibility Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Sore throat is a common problem and a common reason for the overuse of antibiotics. A web-based tool that helps people assess their sore throat, through the use of clinical prediction rules, taking throat swabs or saliva sample…
View article: Views of independent prescribing pharmacists on the community pharmacy pilot independent prescribing service: a qualitative study
Views of independent prescribing pharmacists on the community pharmacy pilot independent prescribing service: a qualitative study Open
Introduction Independent Prescribing Pharmacists (IPPs) can prescribe autonomously within their scope of practice. Their role is increasing within the community setting (1). The Welsh Pharmaceutical Committee has a vision to have at least …
View article: “I'm at breaking point”; Exploring pharmacists' resilience, coping and burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic
“I'm at breaking point”; Exploring pharmacists' resilience, coping and burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
This study adds to the growing evidence base for how individuals are affected by adverse events in a dynamic environment, alongside the role that employers can play in supporting individual and organisational resilience. It provides an opp…
View article: Practising reflection in pharmacy
Practising reflection in pharmacy Open
S h a n e a n d Lu c a s , C h e ri e 2 0 2 2. P r a c ti si n g r efl e c tio n in p h a r m a cy.
View article: LISTEN UP (Locally Integrated Screening and Testing Ear aNd aUral Programme): a feasibility study protocol for a community pharmacy-based ear health intervention
LISTEN UP (Locally Integrated Screening and Testing Ear aNd aUral Programme): a feasibility study protocol for a community pharmacy-based ear health intervention Open
View article: Developing a Global Community of Practice for Pharmacy Workforce Resilience—Meet GRiT
Developing a Global Community of Practice for Pharmacy Workforce Resilience—Meet GRiT Open
Workforce resilience in pharmacy is required to ensure the practice, education, and administrative systems remain viable and sustainable over time and when facing challenges. Whether it is addressing burnout of pharmacists or students, or …
View article: Reflections of mentors and mentees on a national mentoring programme for pharmacists in the United Kingdom: An examination into organisational culture and systems
Reflections of mentors and mentees on a national mentoring programme for pharmacists in the United Kingdom: An examination into organisational culture and systems Open
View article: Reflections of mentors and mentees on a national mentoring programme for pharmacists: An examination into relationships, personal and professional development
Reflections of mentors and mentees on a national mentoring programme for pharmacists: An examination into relationships, personal and professional development Open