Early detection of hypertension is vital and there is evidence that community pharmacy has a key role in detection and subsequent treatment of hypertension and CVD, improving outcomes and reducing the burden on GPs.
Debby Crockford, Chief Officer at Community Pharmacy South Central, introduces us to ‘A Case Finding Hypertension Service’ which is an interplay between Primary Care and pharmacies. Debby explains how the service works and addresses potential concerns GPs may have.
Find out more here: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/advanced-service-specification-nhs-community-pharmacy-hypertension-case-finding-advanced-service/

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