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In this episode of The PJ Pod, senior features editor Siobhan Chan examines how the issue of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is being communicated outside of traditional clinical and policy settings. The episode talks about Lifeline, a musical that br... more

Over the past two years, around 200 community pharmacies in England have been involved in NHS England’s ‘Community pharmacy independent prescribing pathfinder programme’, trialling different clinical models to discover what a community pharmacy presc... more

On 15 April 2026, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society became the Royal College of Pharmacy and — as Karen Baxter, the organisation's interim chief executive, says — that date “isn't the end of this story: it's just the foundation stone”. In this episode... more

In this episode of Pharmacy Inside Jobs, Alex Clabburn, senior editor — research and learning, talks to Shane Kailla, a principal pharmacist and advanced clinical practitioner working in acute and emergency medicine. Shane has worked as an emergency ... more

In this episode of Pharmacy Inside Jobs, senior features editor Siobhan Chan talks to Li Shean Toh. Toh is an astropharmacist, who is currently based at Monash University in Australia and also holds roles at the UK Space Agency and European Space Age... more

This episode of The PJ Pod looks at the importance of speaking up whenever you have a safety or wellbeing concern, and how exactly to go about that. We speak to Beth Carter, interim director of operations and strategy at the National Guardians Office... more

The PJ Pod’s final episode of the year looks ahead to our editorial team’s predictions for pharmacy in 2026. What big changes are coming for the world of pharmacy — and what impact will this have on pharmacists’ day-to-day work? We also look at the b... more

Article Supported By Pfizer Financial support was provided from Pfizer Ltd. Pfizer have provided only financial support and have had no input into the development or content of the project and associated materials. In this episode of The PJ Pod, seni... more

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Shay Khan
Specialist infection pharmacist and advanced clinical practitioner
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Episode: Lifeline: an antimicrobial resistance musical
Marsha Boltova
Pharmacist in Emergency Department
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Episode: Lifeline: an antimicrobial resistance musical
Diane Ashiru-Oredope
Lead antimicrobial resistance pharmacist
UK Health Security Agency
Episode: Lifeline: an antimicrobial resistance musical
Becky Hope-Palmer
Playwright and writer of Lifeline
Episode: Lifeline: an antimicrobial resistance musical
Omar Sawar
Pharmacist involved in Pathfinder programme
Farah Chemist, Benwell, Newcastle
Episode: What’s next for a community pharmacist prescribing service in England?
Paul Bennett
Outgoing Chief Executive, Royal College of Pharmacy (formerly RPS)
Royal College of Pharmacy / formerly Royal Pharmaceutical Society
Episode: The Royal College of Pharmacy: a new era
Karen Baxter
Interim Chief Executive, Royal College of Pharmacy
Royal College of Pharmacy
Episode: The Royal College of Pharmacy: a new era
Shane Kailla
Principal Pharmacist for Acute and Emergency Medicine
Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
Episode: Pharmacy Inside Jobs: emergency department pharmacy
Li Shean Toh
Astropharmacist at Monash University, UK Space Agency and European Space Agency
Monash University, UK Space Agency, European Space Agency
Episode: Pharmacy Inside Jobs: astropharmacy

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Alex Clabburn
Host of The PJ Pod; Senior Editor for Research and Learning at The Pharmaceutical Journal
Siobhan Chan
Host of The PJ Pod; Senior Features Editor at The Pharmaceutical Journal
Dawn Connelly
Host of The PJ Pod

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Lifeline: an antimicrobial resistance musical
Q: What was the motivation behind Lifeline and how does it fit with AMR education?
The musical uses storytelling and performance to make AMR concepts relatable, aiming to raise awareness and prompt behavior change among diverse audiences, including patients and the public.
Lifeline: an antimicrobial resistance musical
Q: How can pharmacists get started with antimicrobial stewardship if they're not already involved?
Pharmacists should understand their governance, use short AMR courses and NHSC toolkits, rely on national guidance, and collaborate with microbiology teams to implement Start Smart Then Focus practices.
Lifeline: an antimicrobial resistance musical
Q: So what is the impact of antimicrobial resistance right now and what can pharmacists do about it?
AMR continues to cause substantial mortality and morbidity; pharmacists can lead on stewardship, optimize doses, de-escalate when appropriate, and educate patients and the public to use antibiotics judiciously.
What’s next for a community pharmacist prescribing service in England?
Q: What are the main benefits of enabling prescribing in community pharmacies for patients and the health system?
Access to minor ailment treatment without GP visits can shorten waiting times and relieve pressure on primary care, while also allowing pharmacists to apply their clinical skills at the point of care; this can improve patient experience and potentially manage some long-term conditions more efficiently when supported by proper referrals and data infrastructure.
Pharmacy Inside Jobs: astropharmacy
Q: Why do you think the field of astropharmacy is so important?
Li Shean emphasizes the relevance of pharmaceuticals in maintaining human health during space missions and how this knowledge can translate back to Earth.

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A practitioner-focused podcast in the pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences space, with episodes that routinely explore clinical practice, policy, and industry dynamics. Conversations center on expanding pharmacist roles in emergency and acute care, migraine and chronic disease management, patient safety, and workforce pressures, while also highlighting niche fields like astropharmacy and prison pharmacy. Guests range from frontline pharmacists and clinicians to researchers and industry professionals, often tying practical practice improvements to broader regulatory, funding, and service-delivery trends. Notable strengths include a clear emphasis on real-world impact, interprofessional collaboration, and the evolving professional landscape f... more

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