NHS Tayside Only - Medicine Waste
In 2016 NHS Tayside issued a letter to managers of care homes in Tayside asking for support in ensuring best value from medicines and that medication waste is minimised. For more information see attached letter.
In 2017 a second letter was sent by NHS Tayside explaining a new protocol for the uplift of returned medicines from care homes, aimed at reducing inappropriate medicines waste. The letter was supported by Scottish care and the Care Inspectorate. The protocol and letter can be viewed here.
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Early Learning and Childcare Statistics published today
The Care Inspectorate has today published early learning and childcare statistics for Scotland, showing how early learning and childcare is available for children and families across the country.
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Services for children and young people in Angus
Services for children and young people in Angus are generally performing well and delivering good outcomes for children, young people and their families, inspectors have said.
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Cognitive Stimulation Workshops
NHS Scotland are hosting a series of workshops in February about Cognitive Stimulation.
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MHRA Alerts
The Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have published the following alert.