15 September 2023 · Medication Safety Across the System (MSATS) provides resources and networking to inspire and equip individuals in promoting the safe use of medicines.
12 July 2023 · Infusion by gravity is not the preferred method of administration, but may be necessary in some circumstances. Ensure a risk assessment is undertaken.
28 June 2023 · Discussion of key current medication safety challenges within healthcare with a focus on time critical medicines; inspiring partnership across the system.
29 March 2023 · Discussion of key current medication safety challenges within healthcare with a focus on opioids. We aim to inspire partnership working across the system.
9 March 2023 · Careful use of effervescent or soluble tablets to deliver part tablet doses for children and neonates can minimise risks of toxicity or suboptimal therapy.
25 January 2023 · Suitable medicines must be stored safely and securely in accordance with organisational policy, while still supporting self-administration
25 January 2023 · Individuals receiving healthcare should be supported to continue to self-administer existing/new medications unless there are reasons why they are unable to
25 January 2023 · Self-administering medicines in all care settings and at home can benefit both individuals and organisations; it should be encouraged where safely achievable
19 December 2022 · A number of resources are available to support the safe use of high-risk medicines. Healthcare professionals should ensure they are available for their patients