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My journey to become a qualified pharmacist
Wed 6th October 2021
In our latest member voice article, newly qualified pharmacist and PDA Rep, Navinder Singh shares his experience of working in community pharmacy as a pre-reg (trainee pharmacist) during the pandemic. Navinder also gives advice to MPharm students and trainee pharmacists and shares his plans for the future.
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PDA welcomes a mutual membership between WEA and GFTU
Tue 5th October 2021
On 24 September 2021, the WEA (formerly known as the Workers’ Educational Association) and the GFTU (General Federation of Trade Unions) announced a mutual membership that brings discounted WEA membership to GFTU members and GFTU affiliate members.
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PDA Chairman elected as Secretary General of European pharmacists’ organisation
Mon 4th October 2021
The 10th annual congress of the Employed Community Pharmacists of the European Union (EPhEU) has elected PDA Chairman, Mark Koziol as their Secretary General. EPhEU is the federation that unites community pharmacist trade unions across the European continent.
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Pharmacists prioritising a safety-first approach to flu vaccinations
Mon 4th October 2021
Following the recent publication of the PDA’s flu vaccination services FAQ document for community pharmacy, many members have been in touch to welcome this important guidance and to share some of their frontline experiences.
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Student Newsletter – October 2021
Fri 1st October 2021
In this edition, read about how MPharm students across the UK are getting involved in the PDA’s #GetVaccinted campaign and find out how to get more involved with the work of the PDA!
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Lloyds Newsletter – October 2021
Fri 1st October 2021
Keeping you informed of all the PDA Union activities within LloydsPharmacy
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Celebrating Black History Month 2021
Fri 1st October 2021
Today is the start of Black History Month in the UK, which every October celebrates the continued achievements and contributions of Black people in the UK and around the world.
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Northern Ireland Healthcare Award winners 2021 revealed
Wed 29th September 2021
Last Thursday (23 September), the Northern Ireland Healthcare Awards returned for its 22nd year. After last year’s online event in response to COVID-19 restrictions, the region’s healthcare professionals were finally able to come together in person in Belfast.
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Following the summer 2021 assessments: Have you got the right PDA membership?
Tue 28th September 2021
The PDA has membership categories for all students and exam candidates, whatever the outcome and whenever they sit their assessment.
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Insight Online – September 2021
Tue 28th September 2021
In this issue, read about our latest work as part of our longstanding Violence in Pharmacy campaign. Also, we provide an update for those who sat the July 2021 assessment, and we share the new Flu Vaccination Service FAQs for the current season.