NEWS

We are up and Ready at Best Practice

17 October 2018

We are exhibiting at the Best Practice Show at the NEC, Birmingham today and have some goodies in store for you. We are located at stand K53 opposite the Practice Managers theatre and have Prosecco hampers up for grabs when you register with us today or tomorrow.

If you would like to book a consultation for a chat on our additional services, Cost Analysis, Buying Group Plus, Flu Vaccine offers 2019-20 or general membership; send us an email.

BSA Release New Module now available on GP Suite!

11 October 2018

Our approved supplier of e-learning modules Blue Stream Academy are pleased to announce the release of an Anticholinergic Burden in the Elderly Module.

Anticholinergics are used to block nerve impulses responsible for involuntary muscle movements and can be used to treat a variety of conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (such as abnormal involuntary muscle movement).

Although there can be risks and adverse effects associated with these anticholinergics, when reviewed and prescribed correctly, the associated properties can effectively treat a range of conditions.

Their Anticholinergic Burden module covers the following topics:
• What Anticholinergic Burden is
• Adverse effects / risks associated with Anticholinergic drugs
• Anticholinergic Burden (ACB) scores
• ACB medication review tools
• Evidence associated with anticholinergic drug risks
• Impact of Frailty & Dementia
• Recommendations for prescribing and reviewing anticholinergic drugs.

This module is now available on their GP Suite. If you wish to access the GP suite for your practice staff training, simply visit their page on our website and request a quote today. For further questions,a FREE trial or to add this module to your existing package get in touch with us here.

Flu Vaccine Update from Seqirus

12 September 2018

A statement has been released by flu vaccine provider Seqirus regarding the adjuvanted Trivalent flu vaccine for over 65’s:

The burden of influenza in older adults is significant and the JCVI and NHS has recommended FLUAD as the best option to protect this vulnerable population.
We have processed more than 8,500 orders for FLUAD from practices and pharmacies across the UK, totaling almost 9.3 million doses. Based on previously reported influenza vaccination rates for people aged 65 years and older, there will be sufficient quantities of FLUAD available across the UK to vaccinate this vulnerable population.

We experienced some processing challenges due to the sudden high volume of orders, however we believe the majority of these issues have been resolved.
Due to strong global demand for FLUAD this year, we have been unable to secure additional doses of FLUAD, however we understand the NHS will soon be providing guidance for any providers who do not have stock.

September deliveries of FLUAD® have commenced and we are on track to meet the timetable for October and November deliveries as communicated to GP practices and pharmacies.
We thank all GPs and Pharmacies for their understanding and cooperation as we worked to introduce this enhanced vaccine in the UK as quickly and as smoothly as possible.

Ordering for the 19/20 season will start shortly, which will enable Seqirus to complete an accurate production forecast in January for the supply of all doses required in the UK by September.

Get a free trial on Blue Stream's Sepsis and Sepsis Awareness Modules

11 September 2018

Our approved supplier of e-learning modules Blue Stream Academy are offering all LMC Buying Group members not using their GP or Dental suite a FREE trail on their Sepsis and Sepsis Awareness training modules.

This module will help your GP/Dental practice staff to identify:

- Who is at risk
- Symptoms for potential Sepsis
- People with suspected Sepsis
- Diagnosis and early management.

For further information about the free trial or discounts available as an LMC Buying Group member, send us an email with your name, number and practice details.

LMC Buying Group Raffle at MIP London

03 September 2018

We’ll be at the Management in Practice event in London this month with some thirst quenching treats we’ve made specially for you. Stand the chance of going home with one of these handcrafted hampers or a bottle of prosecco when you visit stand number 35 on the day. You’ll be entered in to a raffle draw when you register as an LMC Buying Group member for free and 3 lucky participants will take one of these delicious treats home.

Are you Ready for the Flu season?

31 August 2018

This month we’re bringing you some exclusive discounts on medical consumables. We’ve partnered with our supplier MidMeds to help you prepare for your flu clinics ahead of time! To access the discounts below, simply complete this form and add the following CODE: LMCBGNOTTS1. If you are not a member of the LMC Buying Groups Federation, you will not be able to attain these discounts. To become a member, register for free.