October 2017 will be the first ever Clinical Pharmacology Month – and everyone is invited to get involved to help raise awareness of the value of clinical pharmacology to the health and wealth of the UK.
The original idea came from members of the British Pharmacological Society, as part of our mission to promote and advance pharmacology, including clinical pharmacology.
There are three main ways to support Clinical Pharmacology Month this year:
What is clinical pharmacology?
Clinical pharmacology is the only medical specialty in the NHS focusing on the safe, effective, and cost-effective use of medicines, making room for the pioneering medicines of tomorrow, which clinical pharmacologists also play a crucial role in developing.
Did you know?
Each £1 spent by the NHS on clinical pharmacologists has the potential to reduce costs by almost £6. Find out more about these savings.