New Medicine Service by Community Pharmacists: An Opportunity to Enhance Universal Health Coverage at a Primary Health Level in South Africa.

ABSTRACT: The implementation of universal health coverage (UHC) in South Africa has focused on promoting equitable health care services to all citizens. In this regard, pharmacists are expected to expand their professional capabilities to promote primary healthcare system functionality. The new medicine service (NMS) has proven to be beneficial in medicine optimization and adherence. The aim of the NMS is to assist and advise patients on their newly diagnosed conditions and to promote the safe and rational use of medicines. This study explores the provision of NMS within the UHC primary healthcare service package and the opportunity for enhancing pharmacist practice. This pilot reports on the implementation of NMS in a low-middle income country. Data was obtained using convenience sampling and an in

SUBMITTER: Naidoo V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9834920 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature