VACCINATIONS: All vaccinations delivered by suitably trained pharmacists have always been covered by indemnity insurance as part of the standard PDA membership apart from Covid-19. For new membership renewals after January 1st, 2026, Covid-19 vaccinations are now also automatically covered.
Student Newsletter – February 2026
In this edition, read about leadership journeys from an award winning pharmacy student and the Chair of the PDA’s Southeast Regional Committee. Pharmacy students also have the opportunity to start their own leadership journey and get involved in humanitarian work and the chance to stand up for equality.
Fri 20th February 2026
The PDA
In this issue:
- Beyond the Bench: Why Early-Career Women Pharmacists Must Show Up in Advocacy and Community Spaces
- Together Alliance: How you can get involved
- Pharmacist Support launches 2026 Student Bursary Scheme
- Inside the PDA Student conference: Learning the power of our trade union
- PDA launches Medicines To Gaza Challenge
- An award-winning pharmacy student’s leadership journey
- A Leadership Journey within the PDA Union
- PDA Education strengthens support for members
Read the February issue here

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