Leads: United Kingdom Health Security Agency & Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education

This practical and thought-provoking session will showcase how pharmacy teams can champion inclusive, patient-centred care across both mental and physical health. The session aims to deepen understanding of mental health conditions, including within substance misuse and learning disability contexts, and build confidence in formulating treatment plans with greater assurance, communicating with patients in distress, and taking meaningful patient histories. Alongside this, participants will explore the pivotal role of Pharmacy Technicians in tackling cardiovascular disease (CVD), highlighting innovative approaches that improve outcomes and promote equality in access to care.

The session will conclude with practical insights into inclusive project planning, covering how to secure funding for pilot work, involve people with learning disabilities, and overcome barriers to implementing point-of-care testing in clinical practice. Join us to connect learning across disciplines, share ideas, and help shape a more equitable, integrated approach to pharmacy care.