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 – June 2025
In this edition, read about the impact of pharmacists being described as ‘typical’ communicators and the first Mpharm RxChange meeting for students in Scotland. Also, learn more about our upcoming Pharmacists for humanity: Awareness, action and opportunity conference.
Mon 9th June 2025
The PDA
In this month’s issue:
- Redefining good communication: Tackling barriers for those with communication differences
- First Mpharm RxChange meeting for students in Scotland
- One in three pharmacists now Independent Prescribers
- Pharmacists for humanity: Awareness, action and opportunity
- Welcome to the latest PDA Education Update
- Empowering the next generation: BAME MPharm students discuss leadership
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