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Understanding and Appraising the New Medicines Service in the NHS in England
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Other primary research
Source:
University of Nottingham
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Summary
To Jan 2014, over 90% pharmacies in England have delivered the New Medicines Service. This study found the service was well-received by patients and increased adherence to their new medicine. It suggests delivery of service will save NHS money through better patient outcomes.
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Press releases relating to this study can be accessed from the link below.
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Press release and related documents
Royal Pharmaceutical Society press release