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Community pharmacists supporting patients leaving hospital

Transfer of Care Around Medicines logoIt can be difficult to remember all the information you’re given about medications whilst you’re in hospital, and when some patients leave hospital they can need extra support taking their prescribed medicines. This may be because their medicines have changed or they need a bit of help taking them safely and effectively. Delays in communication between hospitals and community pharmacies can also lead to errors and inaccurate prescriptions.

In April, a new way of working in East Sussex will improve communications between hospitals and community pharmacists, and will enable people to get help with their medicines more quickly after they leave hospital. Continue reading