Steve the Chemist
@stevechemist.bsky.social
Real chemist now working in GP land , co-host @auralapothecary 🎧podcast , NHS believer & healthcare big picture thinker who always wears his positive pants
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Very proud to see the fantastic @stevechemist.bsky.social on BBC morning live today showcasing the impact of structured medication reviews in older people. (9:56 ish) Well done Steve 👏👏👏👏://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000nxkq
BBC One - Morning Live
Conversation, advice and tips to make your day that little bit easier.
www.bbc.co.uk
Thanks BBC Morning Live editor Jake & Professor Green
for helping us explain the complexity of #polypharmacy + need for medication review @pharmaj.bsky.social @pcpa-uk.bsky.social @rorycj.bsky.social @stokemacca.bsky.social @lucypgeridoc.bsky.social @me.pharmsky.app @auralapothecary.pharmsky.app
for helping us explain the complexity of #polypharmacy + need for medication review @pharmaj.bsky.social @pcpa-uk.bsky.social @rorycj.bsky.social @stokemacca.bsky.social @lucypgeridoc.bsky.social @me.pharmsky.app @auralapothecary.pharmsky.app
Some more Podultery from me, talking about my favourite subject #polypharmacy in general practice. The real fun / debate is in part 2 , out next month, where we discuss AI's role. Thanks for inviting me on your Podcast Andrew. #pharmsky @auralapothecary.pharmsky.app @clarepharmacy.bsky.social
New SNUG podcast: tackling the UK's polypharmacy crisis with Steve Williams(@AuralApothecary). Steve shares how his team combines structured medication reviews with LTC management. But can AI help us? Hear part 1.
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#Polypharmacy #PrimaryCare #NHS #ClinicalPharmacy
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#Polypharmacy #PrimaryCare #NHS #ClinicalPharmacy
Can AI help reduce polypharmacy? (Part 1)
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January 26, 2026 at 12:29 PM
Some more Podultery from me, talking about my favourite subject #polypharmacy in general practice. The real fun / debate is in part 2 , out next month, where we discuss AI's role. Thanks for inviting me on your Podcast Andrew. #pharmsky @auralapothecary.pharmsky.app @clarepharmacy.bsky.social
It was a "post pub" kinda medicines chat with a genuine big thinker. Thanks @bengoldacre.bsky.social Loved it! #pharmsky #medsky
January 17, 2026 at 1:59 PM
It was a "post pub" kinda medicines chat with a genuine big thinker. Thanks @bengoldacre.bsky.social Loved it! #pharmsky #medsky
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Mushrooms are in the news and once again here at the Aural Apothecary we were way ahead of the healthcare curve! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
We dug deep into this topic in 2023 when we spoke to cognitive hypnotherapist Trevor Silvester. Check it out: www.theauralapothecary.com/episode-55-t...
We dug deep into this topic in 2023 when we spoke to cognitive hypnotherapist Trevor Silvester. Check it out: www.theauralapothecary.com/episode-55-t...
Should the NHS really use magic mushrooms to treat mental health?
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
www.bbc.co.uk
January 2, 2026 at 11:36 AM
Mushrooms are in the news and once again here at the Aural Apothecary we were way ahead of the healthcare curve! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
We dug deep into this topic in 2023 when we spoke to cognitive hypnotherapist Trevor Silvester. Check it out: www.theauralapothecary.com/episode-55-t...
We dug deep into this topic in 2023 when we spoke to cognitive hypnotherapist Trevor Silvester. Check it out: www.theauralapothecary.com/episode-55-t...
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The Aural Apothecary Almanac -2025!
It’s our end-of-year episode 🎄 We reflect on big moments in medicines — AI, reducing hospital stays, and the success of HPV vaccination. Add a quiz, familiar faces, festive banter, and our thanks to you for listening!
www.theauralapothecary.com/the-aural-ap...
It’s our end-of-year episode 🎄 We reflect on big moments in medicines — AI, reducing hospital stays, and the success of HPV vaccination. Add a quiz, familiar faces, festive banter, and our thanks to you for listening!
www.theauralapothecary.com/the-aural-ap...
The Aural Apothecary Almanac 2025
The Aural Apothecary Almanac 2025 page for The Aural Apothecary
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December 26, 2025 at 2:25 PM
The Aural Apothecary Almanac -2025!
It’s our end-of-year episode 🎄 We reflect on big moments in medicines — AI, reducing hospital stays, and the success of HPV vaccination. Add a quiz, familiar faces, festive banter, and our thanks to you for listening!
www.theauralapothecary.com/the-aural-ap...
It’s our end-of-year episode 🎄 We reflect on big moments in medicines — AI, reducing hospital stays, and the success of HPV vaccination. Add a quiz, familiar faces, festive banter, and our thanks to you for listening!
www.theauralapothecary.com/the-aural-ap...
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Merry Christmas to all of our lovely listeners.
And we haven’t forgotten about you! The Aural Apothecary Almanac - our review of 2025 - will be out on the last Friday of the Month - and the year!
Tune in on the 26th - and have a very Happy New Year!
And we haven’t forgotten about you! The Aural Apothecary Almanac - our review of 2025 - will be out on the last Friday of the Month - and the year!
Tune in on the 26th - and have a very Happy New Year!
December 23, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Merry Christmas to all of our lovely listeners.
And we haven’t forgotten about you! The Aural Apothecary Almanac - our review of 2025 - will be out on the last Friday of the Month - and the year!
Tune in on the 26th - and have a very Happy New Year!
And we haven’t forgotten about you! The Aural Apothecary Almanac - our review of 2025 - will be out on the last Friday of the Month - and the year!
Tune in on the 26th - and have a very Happy New Year!
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What has happened to the BNF? Does size matter?!
The Aural Apothecary, alongside alumni @profmarktaubert.bsky.social in the Christmas @bmj.com discuss how and why it grown in size, weight and width over the years.
Enjoy - and Merry Christmas to all of our listeners!
www.bmj.com/content/391/...
The Aural Apothecary, alongside alumni @profmarktaubert.bsky.social in the Christmas @bmj.com discuss how and why it grown in size, weight and width over the years.
Enjoy - and Merry Christmas to all of our listeners!
www.bmj.com/content/391/...
December 20, 2025 at 7:32 PM
What has happened to the BNF? Does size matter?!
The Aural Apothecary, alongside alumni @profmarktaubert.bsky.social in the Christmas @bmj.com discuss how and why it grown in size, weight and width over the years.
Enjoy - and Merry Christmas to all of our listeners!
www.bmj.com/content/391/...
The Aural Apothecary, alongside alumni @profmarktaubert.bsky.social in the Christmas @bmj.com discuss how and why it grown in size, weight and width over the years.
Enjoy - and Merry Christmas to all of our listeners!
www.bmj.com/content/391/...
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I spent an hour last month speaking to Jaimie, Steve and Gimmo from the Aural Apothecary podcast. You can listen to the podcast here where I talk about my work on pharmaceuticals in the environment. www.theauralapothecary.com/84-professor...
8.4 Professor Alistair Boxall - From Prescription to Pollution: The Unseen Impact of Medicines in Our Waterways
What happens to medicines after we swallow them? Where do they end up and what exactly are we flushing away? Which medicines might we be taking —unknowingly—the next time we pour a glass of water
www.theauralapothecary.com
November 30, 2025 at 9:46 AM
I spent an hour last month speaking to Jaimie, Steve and Gimmo from the Aural Apothecary podcast. You can listen to the podcast here where I talk about my work on pharmaceuticals in the environment. www.theauralapothecary.com/84-professor...
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𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒓 𝑩𝒐𝒙𝒂𝒍𝒍 - 𝑭𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑼𝒏𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝑴𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑾𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔
Where do medicines end up after we take them? What exactly are we flushing away? What might we be taking the next time we pour a glass of tap water?
www.theauralapothecary.com/84-professor...
Where do medicines end up after we take them? What exactly are we flushing away? What might we be taking the next time we pour a glass of tap water?
www.theauralapothecary.com/84-professor...
8.4 Professor Alistair Boxall - From Prescription to Pollution: The Unseen Impact of Medicines in Our Waterways
What really happens to medicines after we swallow them? Where do they end up… and what exactly are we flushing away? Which medicines might we be taking —unknowingly…
www.theauralapothecary.com
November 28, 2025 at 10:40 AM
𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒓 𝑩𝒐𝒙𝒂𝒍𝒍 - 𝑭𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑼𝒏𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝑴𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑾𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔
Where do medicines end up after we take them? What exactly are we flushing away? What might we be taking the next time we pour a glass of tap water?
www.theauralapothecary.com/84-professor...
Where do medicines end up after we take them? What exactly are we flushing away? What might we be taking the next time we pour a glass of tap water?
www.theauralapothecary.com/84-professor...
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Drum roll!! This is a very special document and will CHANGE PRACTICE www.bgs.org.uk/PragmaticPre...
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November 12, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Drum roll!! This is a very special document and will CHANGE PRACTICE www.bgs.org.uk/PragmaticPre...
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Without data - you’re just another person with an opinion!
Prescribing and Data have always gone together - Open Prescribing takes it to another level. Find out more about the power of data with our superb guest @brianmackenna.bsky.social
Prescribing and Data have always gone together - Open Prescribing takes it to another level. Find out more about the power of data with our superb guest @brianmackenna.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Without data - you’re just another person with an opinion!
Prescribing and Data have always gone together - Open Prescribing takes it to another level. Find out more about the power of data with our superb guest @brianmackenna.bsky.social
Prescribing and Data have always gone together - Open Prescribing takes it to another level. Find out more about the power of data with our superb guest @brianmackenna.bsky.social
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🚨New Episode! Brian Mackenna - In God We Trust, All Others Must Bring Data.
We are joined by @brianmackenna.bsky.social of @bennettoxford.bsky.social to discuss OpenPrescribing and how we can get better at using data.
It’s about more than the numbers!
www.theauralapothecary.com/83-brian-mck...
We are joined by @brianmackenna.bsky.social of @bennettoxford.bsky.social to discuss OpenPrescribing and how we can get better at using data.
It’s about more than the numbers!
www.theauralapothecary.com/83-brian-mck...
8.3 Brian McKenna - In God we Trust - All Others Must Bring Data
Data - it’s mentioned in the new NHS 10 year Health Plan 178 times! As healthcare continues to evolve, the ability to turn data into insight — and insight into bett…
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October 31, 2025 at 8:26 AM
🚨New Episode! Brian Mackenna - In God We Trust, All Others Must Bring Data.
We are joined by @brianmackenna.bsky.social of @bennettoxford.bsky.social to discuss OpenPrescribing and how we can get better at using data.
It’s about more than the numbers!
www.theauralapothecary.com/83-brian-mck...
We are joined by @brianmackenna.bsky.social of @bennettoxford.bsky.social to discuss OpenPrescribing and how we can get better at using data.
It’s about more than the numbers!
www.theauralapothecary.com/83-brian-mck...
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🚨New Episode!
With Dr Laurence Gray we explore the vital topic of toxicity — from the dangers of medicines to the principles of managing patients exposed to toxic substances, and the crucial role of healthcare professional education in reducing harm.
www.theauralapothecary.com/81-dr-lauren...
With Dr Laurence Gray we explore the vital topic of toxicity — from the dangers of medicines to the principles of managing patients exposed to toxic substances, and the crucial role of healthcare professional education in reducing harm.
www.theauralapothecary.com/81-dr-lauren...
8.1 Dr Laurence Gray - The Dose Maketh the Poison
Toxicity - from the dangers of medicines , to the principles of managing patients exposed to toxic substances, and the crucial role of healthcare professional education in reducing harm
www.theauralapothecary.com
September 26, 2025 at 7:33 AM
🚨New Episode!
With Dr Laurence Gray we explore the vital topic of toxicity — from the dangers of medicines to the principles of managing patients exposed to toxic substances, and the crucial role of healthcare professional education in reducing harm.
www.theauralapothecary.com/81-dr-lauren...
With Dr Laurence Gray we explore the vital topic of toxicity — from the dangers of medicines to the principles of managing patients exposed to toxic substances, and the crucial role of healthcare professional education in reducing harm.
www.theauralapothecary.com/81-dr-lauren...
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Great Listener feedback!
“Not only do the speakers make me think about so many things but your chat between you makes me smile…
Tommy Whitelaw’s story made me nearly cry and reminded me how true it is one person’s kindness can make a difference.”
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“Not only do the speakers make me think about so many things but your chat between you makes me smile…
Tommy Whitelaw’s story made me nearly cry and reminded me how true it is one person’s kindness can make a difference.”
www.theauralapothecary.com/610-tommy-wh...
6.10 Tommy Whitelaw - Intelligent Kindness & Gentle Honesty - Listening is the best medicine
A joyful exploration of the importance and reality of person centred care with Tommy Whitelaw from Scotland's "Person Centred Voices" who was a full-time carer for his late mother who had dementia
www.theauralapothecary.com
September 24, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Great Listener feedback!
“Not only do the speakers make me think about so many things but your chat between you makes me smile…
Tommy Whitelaw’s story made me nearly cry and reminded me how true it is one person’s kindness can make a difference.”
www.theauralapothecary.com/610-tommy-wh...
“Not only do the speakers make me think about so many things but your chat between you makes me smile…
Tommy Whitelaw’s story made me nearly cry and reminded me how true it is one person’s kindness can make a difference.”
www.theauralapothecary.com/610-tommy-wh...
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We’re back with Series 8 — and kicking off with a thought provoking episode on AI in healthcare.
Can AI ever be ethical, safe & truly equitable? Will it save the NHS? Join us and special guest @jessrmorley.bsky.social as we find out.
🎧 Listen now: www.theauralapothecary.com/81-dr-jessic...
Can AI ever be ethical, safe & truly equitable? Will it save the NHS? Join us and special guest @jessrmorley.bsky.social as we find out.
🎧 Listen now: www.theauralapothecary.com/81-dr-jessic...
8.1 Dr Jessica Morley. Will Artificial Intelligence save the NHS?
Can AI really live up to the hype in healthcare? What safeguards are needed — and where do humans still matter most?
www.theauralapothecary.com
August 29, 2025 at 8:57 AM
We’re back with Series 8 — and kicking off with a thought provoking episode on AI in healthcare.
Can AI ever be ethical, safe & truly equitable? Will it save the NHS? Join us and special guest @jessrmorley.bsky.social as we find out.
🎧 Listen now: www.theauralapothecary.com/81-dr-jessic...
Can AI ever be ethical, safe & truly equitable? Will it save the NHS? Join us and special guest @jessrmorley.bsky.social as we find out.
🎧 Listen now: www.theauralapothecary.com/81-dr-jessic...
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It is almost the last Friday of the Month - which means the release of our latest episode! This month we discuss AI in Healthcare - can it really save the NHS?
As a teaser, check out our special guest @jessrmorley.bsky.social in the Briefing Room www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
As a teaser, check out our special guest @jessrmorley.bsky.social in the Briefing Room www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
BBC Radio 4 - The Briefing Room, The Future of Health, Health 3: How far could artificial intelligence transform medicine?
AI technology promises to improve health outcomes. How soon might it be a reality?
www.bbc.co.uk
August 27, 2025 at 5:13 AM
It is almost the last Friday of the Month - which means the release of our latest episode! This month we discuss AI in Healthcare - can it really save the NHS?
As a teaser, check out our special guest @jessrmorley.bsky.social in the Briefing Room www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
As a teaser, check out our special guest @jessrmorley.bsky.social in the Briefing Room www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
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Will try Robots take over…?!
Find out on Friday in the first episode of our new series. Will AI save the NHS - or is it simply the latest in a long line of false hopes?
Don’t miss it!
Find out on Friday in the first episode of our new series. Will AI save the NHS - or is it simply the latest in a long line of false hopes?
Don’t miss it!
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ALT: a close up of a robot 's head and torso
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August 23, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Will try Robots take over…?!
Find out on Friday in the first episode of our new series. Will AI save the NHS - or is it simply the latest in a long line of false hopes?
Don’t miss it!
Find out on Friday in the first episode of our new series. Will AI save the NHS - or is it simply the latest in a long line of false hopes?
Don’t miss it!
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🚨 Exciting news!
Our very own Aural Apothecary host Jamie Hayes has taken to the @TEDx stage 🎤
🎥 Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines
A must-watch on how what we prescribe can shape our environment.
Watch here 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=swCL...
Our very own Aural Apothecary host Jamie Hayes has taken to the @TEDx stage 🎤
🎥 Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines
A must-watch on how what we prescribe can shape our environment.
Watch here 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=swCL...
Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines | Jamie Hayes | TEDxSwansea
YouTube video by TEDx Talks
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August 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM
🚨 Exciting news!
Our very own Aural Apothecary host Jamie Hayes has taken to the @TEDx stage 🎤
🎥 Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines
A must-watch on how what we prescribe can shape our environment.
Watch here 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=swCL...
Our very own Aural Apothecary host Jamie Hayes has taken to the @TEDx stage 🎤
🎥 Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines
A must-watch on how what we prescribe can shape our environment.
Watch here 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=swCL...
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📚 One of the highlights of The Aural Apothecary 🎙️
Each guest chooses a book — one that’s inspired their life, shaped their career, or is simply a personal favourite.
Here are the choices from Series 7 👇 and see the full list here: litalist.com/shelf/view-b...
#Books #Healthcare
Each guest chooses a book — one that’s inspired their life, shaped their career, or is simply a personal favourite.
Here are the choices from Series 7 👇 and see the full list here: litalist.com/shelf/view-b...
#Books #Healthcare
August 21, 2025 at 7:55 PM
📚 One of the highlights of The Aural Apothecary 🎙️
Each guest chooses a book — one that’s inspired their life, shaped their career, or is simply a personal favourite.
Here are the choices from Series 7 👇 and see the full list here: litalist.com/shelf/view-b...
#Books #Healthcare
Each guest chooses a book — one that’s inspired their life, shaped their career, or is simply a personal favourite.
Here are the choices from Series 7 👇 and see the full list here: litalist.com/shelf/view-b...
#Books #Healthcare
A must watch if interested in #medicines. Jamie Hayes nails it
🚨 Exciting news!
Our very own Aural Apothecary host Jamie Hayes has taken to the @TEDx stage 🎤
🎥 Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines
A must-watch on how what we prescribe can shape our environment.
Watch here 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=swCL...
Our very own Aural Apothecary host Jamie Hayes has taken to the @TEDx stage 🎤
🎥 Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines
A must-watch on how what we prescribe can shape our environment.
Watch here 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=swCL...
Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines | Jamie Hayes | TEDxSwansea
YouTube video by TEDx Talks
www.youtube.com
August 12, 2025 at 9:10 PM
A must watch if interested in #medicines. Jamie Hayes nails it
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A new series beckons…
We’ll be doing most of our social media on LinkedIn from now on so please follow our page for juicy medicines related extra content and more information on what is coming up!
www.linkedin.com/company/aura...
We’ll be doing most of our social media on LinkedIn from now on so please follow our page for juicy medicines related extra content and more information on what is coming up!
www.linkedin.com/company/aura...
The Aural Apothecary | LinkedIn
The Aural Apothecary | 230 followers on LinkedIn. An authentic yet lighthearted take on the world of medicines and healthcare from Jamie, Gimmo and Steve the Chemist | The Aural Apothecary is a podcas...
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July 30, 2025 at 7:57 PM
A new series beckons…
We’ll be doing most of our social media on LinkedIn from now on so please follow our page for juicy medicines related extra content and more information on what is coming up!
www.linkedin.com/company/aura...
We’ll be doing most of our social media on LinkedIn from now on so please follow our page for juicy medicines related extra content and more information on what is coming up!
www.linkedin.com/company/aura...
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Are you a pharmacy professional with ambitions to progress to a leadership role?
Join Joanne Harris and Yuen Toh as they share how they became Pharmacist Partners and discuss their roles' challenges and rewards.
Sign up here: www.prescqipp.info/learning/pra...
@stevechemist.bsky.social
Join Joanne Harris and Yuen Toh as they share how they became Pharmacist Partners and discuss their roles' challenges and rewards.
Sign up here: www.prescqipp.info/learning/pra...
@stevechemist.bsky.social
June 12, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Are you a pharmacy professional with ambitions to progress to a leadership role?
Join Joanne Harris and Yuen Toh as they share how they became Pharmacist Partners and discuss their roles' challenges and rewards.
Sign up here: www.prescqipp.info/learning/pra...
@stevechemist.bsky.social
Join Joanne Harris and Yuen Toh as they share how they became Pharmacist Partners and discuss their roles' challenges and rewards.
Sign up here: www.prescqipp.info/learning/pra...
@stevechemist.bsky.social
@clarehoward.bsky.social and I helping to get the message out to the public re problematic polypharmacy and the need for an annual "Medicines MOT"
#pharmsky #polypharmacy @auralapothecary.pharmsky.app
#pharmsky #polypharmacy @auralapothecary.pharmsky.app
June 4, 2025 at 9:48 AM
@clarehoward.bsky.social and I helping to get the message out to the public re problematic polypharmacy and the need for an annual "Medicines MOT"
#pharmsky #polypharmacy @auralapothecary.pharmsky.app
#pharmsky #polypharmacy @auralapothecary.pharmsky.app
June 3, 2025 at 10:08 AM