Enabling the Pharmacy Workforce to support People with Substance Dependency. What creates the positive culture for best results?

  • Weir, N. M. (Speaker)
  • Dunlop, E. (Contributor)
  • Adrian MacKenzie (Contributor)
  • Wilson Gemma (Contributor)
  • Zohaib Rehman (Contributor)
  • Alice O'Hagan (Contributor)
  • Katie Johnston (Contributor)
  • Aalia Shah (Contributor)
  • Holly Richardson (Contributor)
  • Andrew Radley (Contributor)

Activity: Talk or PresentationInvited talk

Description

Substance dependency is a significant problem in Scotland, and community pharmacy play a crucial role in supporting recovery and reducing drug-related harm. Research conducted with pharmacy students in Scotland identified exemplary levels of care observed in community pharmacy, yet there was also prominent discrimination towards people with substance dependency .

This talk will present the results of this study and consider “what can we do to create a positive, stigma-free culture”?
Period12 Nov 2024
Event titlePM Healthcare for Scotland National Forum for Scotland
Event typeConference
Degree of RecognitionNational