Services Database Supply of anti-viral medication by community pharmacy providers for the urgent treatment of influenza within NHS Frimley ICB
Service ID
639480
Description
Aim
To reduce the risk of complications from and spread of influenza-like illness by providing access to treatment and prophylaxis in a timely manner when routine routes of supply will cause clinically unacceptable delay.
Objectives:
- To ensure that people with influenza-like illness, assessed as requiring treatment or prophylaxis with anti-virals can access the medicines promptly.
- To support people, carers and clinicians by providing them with up to date information and pharmaceutical advice.
Location of service
Surrey LPC
Commissioner
ICB
Method of commissioning
Source of funding
Service type
Antiviral stockholding
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing