As shortages bite, many beleaguered pharmacists are ringing GPs to request alternative antibiotics
Irish Pharmacy Union
Amid a GP shortage, many of those remaining are struggling to keep up with mammoth workloads
Problems with communication are exacerbating a difficult winter as supply chain issues mean a growing number of medicines are not available
‘Serious shortage protocol’ would allow alternative antibiotics to be dispensed without need to contact GPs
Full potential of this sector must be embraced as staffing and cost challenges mount
Community pharmacists tell of long hours, no breaks and being asked to forgo annual leave as pandemic increases pressure
Industry calls for more third-level places and reduction of needless paperwork
Tentative optimism as to variant’s limited capacity to harm as situation stays serious
Ambulances, pharmacies and nursing homes among services affected by staff absences
Price of devices escalate as supply becomes tighter, according to pharmacists
More than 1.3 million boosters are given in State so far in race against highly contagious Omicron variant
Chemists to provide boosters to over 50s, despite receiving go-ahead for range of cohorts
Older and more vulnerable patients remain prioritised for Covid-19 vaccination
As many patients as possible will be vaccinated as non-urgent care will not be prioritised
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