Dear Member,

Ask Your Pharmacist (AYP) Week, the UK’s annual awareness campaign for community pharmacies, is here! Running from 4–11 November, this year’s theme is “Professional and convenient healthcare, from your local pharmacy team.” The campaign highlights the essential role community pharmacies play in delivering safe, accessible, and effective healthcare.

Why Participate?

    •         Promote Public Understanding: Showcase the vital role of community pharmacies in the NHS.

    •         Encourage Appropriate NHS Use: Help patients access advice and treatment for common illnesses directly at pharmacies.

    •         Boost Visibility: Achieve positive publicity and strengthen your local networks.

    •         Reduce GP/Hospital Demand: Help ease pressure on other healthcare services.

Get Started Now: Download your free campaign materials and help spread the message that local pharmacy teams are equipped to provide professional, convenient care as part of the NHS.

Please refer to The NPA website below to download campaign materials:  https://www.npa.co.uk/ask-your-pharmacist-week-2024

Next Steps:

    •         Download campaign materials from the provided link.

    •         Display materials prominently to engage patients.

    •         Educate staff on key messages to support public awareness.

Thank you for participating and helping us showcase the expertise within our community pharmacy teams.

Regards,

PharmaPlus