Day Lewis Pharmacy

Thank you to Mark G. Geddes from Essity, and Prostate Cancer UK ambassador Patrick Williams for speaking at our Day Lewis Pharmacy Annual Conference. Your powerful discussion on men’s incontinence and breaking the stigma surrounding it was truly inspiring!   A huge thank you to Prostate Cancer UK and TENAMEN for their dedication to raising awareness and supporting those affected.

Q: You have a stock vial of diclofenac (75 mg in 3 mL) and need to draw up a dose of 50 mg for your patient. How many mLs should you draw up to give this dose? Currently, failing the calculations exam can have severe consequences—years of study, including A-Levels, a four-year degree, and a pre-registration year, could all be wasted if a trainee doesn’t pass (even with three attempts) - most students only start the MPharm course to become a pharmacist! Thankfully, the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) is now considering removing or separating the calculations paper, instead assessing competence within pharmacy degrees. This is a welcome and much-needed change, ensuring students get the right support and preparation throughout their education. At Day Lewis Pharmacy, we train about 70 trainee pharmacists every year; this proposal would massively support each one of them, taking away the stress whilst they are trying to complete experiential learning. If you agree, please share and support this within your networks! A: (50mg/75mg) x 3 = 2ml

We had a great day filming yesterday with ITV News West Country BBC Spotlight and Hits Radio Cornwall celebrating the great work of community pharmacists. Since January 2021 the Walk in Consultation Service has seen more than 38,000 patient consultations, resulting in more than 500 unnecessary trips to the emergency department being avoided. WICS was the successful pilot for Pharmacy First, which has just celebrated its first anniversary and supports the treatment of 7 common conditions, including... • Earache (age 1 to 17) • Sinusitis (age 12 and over) • Sore throat (age 5 and over) • Infected insect bite • Impetigo, a skin infection • Shingles (age 18 and over) • Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women (age 16 to 64) Both initiatives were introduced to enable safe and accessible healthcare, by allowing patients to receive treatment for minor ailments directly from community pharmacies without needing a GP appointment. Want to know more? Head to our website: https://lnkd.in/eiNrM5Cw

Exciting news! Rosie McDermott, our Regional Manager for the Southwest, was featured on BBC News discussing the NHS Pharmacy First service at our Falmouth, Cornwall pharmacy!   This incredible initiative has successfully treated seven common conditions and helped prevent over 500 unnecessary trips to emergency departments in just one year! However, amidst this success, pharmacies across the UK face challenges, with many struggling due to funding that hasn’t increased in a decade. Despite these hurdles, we’re proud to play a vital role in easing pressures on the NHS.   During the BBC interview, Rosie McDermott shared: “It takes the pressure completely off 111 and the GP surgeries. We have fantastic relationships with the GPs, and they’re sending every patient they can to us because you know how difficult it is to get an appointment to see the doctor.”   Watch the full BBC interview to learn more about this impactful service and how pharmacies are making a difference in their communities! 😊   #NHS #CommunityPharmacy #Pharmacy #BBC #Falmouth #Cornwall

This week, our Regional Support Managers and Regional Managers gathered for a Training Day at our Support Office in Croydon! 😊 Regional Support Manager, Hannah Tearall, shares: “It’s been a fantastic couple of days connecting with peers from across the country. We’ve received valuable insights into the Joint Venture scheme and how it will benefit our partners. We also had a great refresher on the new Weight Loss Service and how it can have a significantly positive impact on patients, the community, and the NHS. One of the highlights was seeing the Original Pack Dispensing Hub in full operation. This system has already made a remarkable difference to our pharmacy teams with prescriptions, freeing up time so they can offer more services to our patients.” At Day Lewis, we’re committed to investing in the growth of our colleagues and we recognise that training is essential for driving business success. 🚀 If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a business that invests in its people, why not join the Day Lewis family? Visit our Careers page for more information: https://lnkd.in/ePWJ9r_M 😊 #TrainingDay #Training #BusinessGrowth #Pharmacy #CommunityPharmacy

Today marks one year since the launch of the NHS Pharmacy First service!   Since its launch in 2024, we've treated over 54,000 patients for 7 common conditions. Providing convenient and accessible healthcare to local communities. Jay Patel, our Executive Director says, "The Pharmacy First service demonstrates the pivotal role community pharmacy plays in diagnosis and urgent care."   This milestone would not have been possible without the hard work of our pharmacy teams, along with the support of our partners and patients. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to making this service a success!   Here’s to many more years of helping our communities across the UK.   Find out more about our service here: https://lnkd.in/ebnR8Qqt   NHS England #PharmacyFirst #NHS

Our thoughts are with Dr. Jose’s family and the entire Boots UK community.

Today is Blue Monday 💙 a day that reminds us how the winter months can affect our mental well-being.   At Day Lewis, we understand the importance of supporting our colleagues’ mental health, which is why we’re proud to partner with Health Assured, providers of a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.   Health Assured offers 24/7, 365 days a year support, with experienced counsellors as well as legal and financial specialists just a phone call away. Whether you need advice, a listening ear or guidance through a tricky time, help is always available. 😊   Our Executive Director, Rupa Patel, shares: “A massive thank you from me personally to all the counsellors at Health Assured who make themselves available day and night – you are our #HiddenHeroes.”   #NotJustAPharmacy #BlueMonday #EmployeeWellbeing

Interview: Day Lewis Pharmacy director Jay Patel on why after life-saving surgery his priorities are clearer than ever – and why narrow definitions of ‘independent pharmacy’ miss the big picture https://lnkd.in/egf-m6-c

Drug-resistant superbugs set to kill 39 million people by 2050, Lancet study warns! Following an introduction by the Chair, Dr Zubir Ahmed MP,Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Professor Calman MacLennan, Professor of Vaccine Immunology, Jenner Institute, Oxford delivered an excellent lecture on ‘The often-underestimated potential of vaccines as counter-measures to the silent global pandemic of antimicrobial resistance’. Thank you to the UCL School Of Pharmacy, Royal Pharmaceutical Society and National Pharmacy Association for arranging anothet excellent annual 2025 lecture at the Royal Society tonight. Great to network with so many Day Lewis Pharmacy business partners and professional contacts afterwards over a post Christmas glass of Red Wine! Jill Loader FRPharmS David Webb Samantha Quaye (pronounced Kw-ay) Rob Proctor Matthew Shaw Alastair Buxton Felim O'Brien Catriona Ketiar Cate Whittlesea Paul Bennett and Wasim Baqir .