The Public Perceptions of Community Pharmacy Survey 2023, conducted by Ipsos on behalf of NHS England (NHSE), explores the public usage and attitudes towards community pharmacy in England as well as their openness to expanding the services on offer from pharmacies.
The Public Perceptions of Community Pharmacy Survey, conducted by Ipsos on behalf of NHS England (NHSE), explores public attitudes towards community pharmacy in England as well as their openness to expanding the services on offer from pharmacies.
Research by Ipsos commissioned by the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) shows an improvement in research-based pharmaceutical industry reputation, with people valuing pharma innovation and the benefits it brings to society.
The pharmaceutical sector is at an inflection point. The industry’s successes in tackling COVID-19 have helped to improve perceptions of it. But can the sector maintain this upward trajectory and continue to leverage its reputation and in a post-pandemic world?
Since the global pandemic, the public have had more exposure to the power of pharma companies to improve and save lives. The sector has also been exposed to an unprecedented level of mainstream media coverage. So the big question is; has this has led to a heightened degree of trust?
The vast majority of Scots believe it is important that pharmacists provide services such as referring people to other health services, advising on medicines and providing advice and services to prevent ill health.
