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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 54m

There are lots of simple things you can to do deal with anxiety - find out more with Every Mind Matters www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It's officially #Stoptober 💪 It's never too late to consider quitting smoking. It will improve your health whatever your age, and no matter how long you've smoked. Find out about the benefits of quitting smoking: www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/why-quit-smoking/benefits-of-quitting-smoking/

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Millions of people are using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way. Find out how you can use the NHS App to order repeat prescriptions ➡️ nhs.uk/nhs-services/online-services/how-to-order-a-repeat-prescription

Advertisement image from HM Government and NHS featuring a close-up of a hand interacting with the NHS app on a smartphone screen, which displays the text '66.8 million prescriptions ordered.'

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Do you work with pregnant women or families with young children? NHS Healthy Start provides a prepaid card to help eligible families buy healthy food, and access free vitamins. It’s a small card, but a big help for the people you support: www.healthystart.nhs.uk/healthcare-…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great. So does getting your breast screening sorted. It can detect cancer before you can feel it. Or more likely, put your mind at rest. When you're invited, save the date. It could save your life. www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-screening-mammogram

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

This #WorldPharmacistsDay, we're proud to support over 10,300 pharmacy contractors in England. We digitally process over 1 billion prescription items each financial year via the Electronic Prescription Service, streamlining how pharmacies receive prescriptions from prescribers.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

NHS Healthy Start is designed to make life a little easier. The move away from paper vouchers means families can get support more simply and securely, leaving more time for what really matters - giving children a great start in life: www.healthystart.nhs.uk 💳

NHS Healthy Start voucher alongside an NHS Healthy Start card, both associated with the NHS Business Services Authority. An arrow indicates a connection between the two."We're proud to play our part in the future of healthcare delivery."

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

It's National Eye Health Week 👀 You may be entitled to free NHS eye tests and help with the cost of glasses or lenses. Our online eligibility checker tells you in minutes what support you could get with your NHS health costs. Check today: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check-if-youre-el…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

G'mar Chatimah Tovah to all those observing Yom Kippur today. Our thoughts are with our Jewish colleagues and customers observing this sacred day of reflection and atonement.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

The early symptoms of a heart attack don’t always feel severe. A squeezing across the chest. A feeling of unease. It’s never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms: nhs.uk/HeartAttack

An NHS infographic describing early signs of a heart attack, including chest pressure, sweating, dizziness, and shortness of breath, with a reminder to call 999 if these symptoms occur.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

💊 Not all benefits entitle people to free prescriptions. Our guidance is here for #pharmacists to follow the right steps to support patients or their representatives. ➡ www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/patient-exemption…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

NHS Healthy Start gives eligible pregnant women and families with young children a card to spend on fruit, veg, milk, and more. So, whether it’s adding frozen peas to their dinner or tinned pineapple as a snack, it all makes a difference. Small card. Big help. 💚 www.healthystart.nhs.uk

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great. So does getting your breast screening sorted. It can detect cancer before you can feel it. Or more likely, put your mind at rest. So when you're invited, save the date. It could save your life. www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-screening-mammogram

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We've published our latest Dependency-forming medicines statistics, covering prescribing trends for opioids, benzodiazepines, gabapentinoids and z-drugs dispensed in the community across England, from April to June 2026. Read more: bit.ly/4yyM1F7

Dependency-Forming Medicines
England Quarterly Summary Statistics
April to June 2026

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Wishing a happy and healthy Rosh Hashanah to all our Jewish colleagues and customers celebrating this week, from all of us at the NHSBSA. May the year ahead be filled with sweetness and renewal. Shanah Tovah! 🍯🍎

A festive Rosh Hashanah greeting card from the NHS Business Services Authority. The message is surrounded by illustrations of honey, apples, pomegranates, bees, and flowers on a blue background.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We've published our latest Medicines Used in Mental Health statistics, covering prescribing trends across England from April to June 2026. The data analyses prescribing across 5 key drug groups, including antidepressants, ADHD medications and drugs for dementia. Read more: bit.ly/4A4XfTb

Medicines Used in Mental Health

England Quarterly Summary Statistics, April to June 2026

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Behind every future nurse or allied health professional is someone who chose to train. The NHS Learning Support Fund is there to help eligible students with some of the costs of studying, and we're proud to deliver it. Read more: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-learning-supp…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Today marks the start of Paryushan, a time in the Jain faith where communities take part in fasting and prayer, with a focus on forgiveness, self-discipline and non-violence. We're thinking of our colleagues and customers observing this special time. Micchāmi Dukkaḍaṃ 🙏

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

We calculate the remuneration due to all dispensing contractors across England. We also remunerate for the delivery of Advanced Services, such as: 📊 Blood pressure checks 💊 Contraception consultations 🛑 Stop smoking services More: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-prescription-…

Illustration of a pharmacist holding a medicine bottle, standing beside a counter with a computer, under shelves with medical supplies. Text reads: "NHS Business Services Authority: We calculate the reimbursement and remunerations across England."

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Do I pay for my prescriptions? Check today. You may be eligible for help with your NHS health costs, including: 💊 NHS Prescriptions 🦷 Tooth NHS dental treatment 📋 Other health costs Use the eligibility checker to see what help you could get: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check-if-youre-el…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We're tackling the cost of learning for healthcare students. Working with DHSC, we've modernised how placement travel and accommodation costs are paid, so nursing, midwifery and AHP students no longer pay upfront and wait to be reimbursed. bit.ly/4gxq9Uw

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

If something in your body doesn’t feel right, the thought it could be cancer can play on your mind. But most people who go for tests find out it’s not cancer. Finding out sooner is always better. Contact your GP practice.

An individual sitting at a bus stop, looking contemplatively at a jack in the box, with the message "Don't let the thought of cancer play on your mind" and logos for NHS and Clear on Cancer campaign.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

📢 Compass is being replaced by The NHS Dental Services Portal. Users must update their primary email address in Compass by 28 August. Users who don’t, risk losing access to important information. Find out more: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-dental-services-portal-nhsdsp-updates-and-email-address-guidance

Blue informational graphic from NHS Business Services Authority. It features a computer screen labeled "Compass" with a large tooth and a cursor pointing at the screen. Text reads, "The NHS Dental Services Portal will soon replace Compass." A note at the bottom advises, "Please ensure all current details are up-to-date.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

The early symptoms of a heart attack don’t always feel severe. A squeezing across the chest. A feeling of unease. It’s never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms: nhs.uk/HeartAttack

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer amongst women under 35, but screening can help stop it before it starts. Protect yourself - attend your cervical screening. Cervical screening saves lives. For more information visit nhs.uk/cervicalscreening

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We’ve released our latest statistics on prescribing for the treatment of diabetes. They cover medicines and appliances dispensed in the community across England in 2025/26. Read the latest key findings: bit.ly/4c0fUFy

Image of a person smiling while holding a mug, wearing a pink shirt and a glucose monitor on their arm. Text on the image reads: "Prescribing for Diabetes: England 2016/17 to 2025/26."

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Remember F.A.S.T for the signs of a stroke. Face – has their face fallen on one side? Arms – can they raise both arms and keep them there? Speech – is it slurred? Time – it’s time to call 999. When stroke strikes remember to Act F.A.S.T. nhs.uk/actFAST

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

We’re proud to support the NHS in helping people live longer, healthier lives💙 Last year, we reimbursed dispensing contractors for providing essential medication to an estimated 40m patients across England. Learn about how we support the NHS: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-prescription-…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Around 570 women in England aged between 50 and 64 are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. That's why it is still important to attend your cervical screening even if you've had clear results in the past. Find out more at nhs.uk/cervicalscreening

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Did you know our NHS Pensions team hosts a podcast series?🎙️ The expert panel breaks down important information about the NHS Pension Scheme, including the key benefits, types of enrolment and retirement options: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8fN…

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The NHS Pensions Podcast - YouTube

Breaking down information about the NHS Pension Scheme, what that means for you, and to help you make sense of the scheme and to plan for the future.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

There are lots of simple things you can to do deal with anxiety - find out more with Every Mind Matters www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

More women than ever are getting support for menopause symptoms. New analysis shows the number of women aged 40+ receiving NHS HRT prescribing in England has more than doubled since 2020, from 0.8 million in 2020/21 to 2 million in 2025/26: nhsbsadata.shinyapps.io/hrt-inequal…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Check test results, order repeat prescriptions and much more. Manage your health the easy way with the NHS App. Find out how you can use the NHS App to order repeat prescriptions ➡️ nhs.uk/nhs-services/online-services/how-to-order-a-repeat-prescription

Advertisement from HM Government and NHS showing a choice between calling your GP practice during lunch or using a smartphone app to order a repeat prescription. The image displays a finger tapping on the app on the smartphone screen.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

We've published our latest Dependency-forming medicines statistics, covering prescribing trends for opioids, benzodiazepines, gabapentinoids and Z-drugs dispensed in the community across England, from 2016/17 to 2025/26. Read more: bit.ly/4hGSfxj

"Dependency-Forming Medicines. England 2016/17 to 2025/26".

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

We’re proud to support the NHS in helping people live longer, healthier lives💙 Last year, we reimbursed dispensing contractors for providing essential medication to an estimated 40 million patients. Learn more about how we support the NHS: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-prescription-…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

At the NHSBSA it's been a year of delivering at scale, driving value across the NHS, and laying the foundations for long-term transformation. Read our Annual Report and Accounts 2025/26: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/what-we-do/strate…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

There are lots of simple things you can to do deal with anxiety - find out more with Every Mind Matters www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

We've published our latest Medicines Used in Mental Health statistics, covering prescribing trends across England from 2016/17 to 2025/26. The data analyses prescribing across five key drug groups, including antidepressants, ADHD medications and drugs for dementia. More: bit.ly/4fx8z0Y

NHS Business Services Authority reports new statistics revealing that 96 million antidepressant items are prescribed to 9.1 million patients in 2025/26. It references data from "Medicines Used in Mental Health, England – 2016/17 to 2025/26." The background shows a hand holding a blister pack of pills.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Did you know our NHS Pensions team hosts a podcast series? 🎙️ The series breaks down important information about the NHS Pension Scheme, including key benefits, types of enrolment and the various retirement options. Listen now: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8fN…

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The NHS Pensions Podcast - YouTube

Breaking down information about the NHS Pension Scheme, what that means for you, and to help you make sense of the scheme and to plan for the future.

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Last year, the NHSBSA managed 5.4 million UK GHIC applications 🌎 The free card gives UK residents access to necessary state healthcare while visiting EU countries and some other countries. For more information and to apply online: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/apply-ghic

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much. Like - struggling to smile. But any sign of a stroke is always an emergency. Face or arm or speech, at the first sign, it's time to call 999 nhs.uk/actFast

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Millions of people are using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way. Find out how you can securely view your health records in the NHS App ➡️ nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/view-your-gp-health-record

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

To us, social mobility means appreciating the value of diverse voices. 🤝 We’re reaching out to community groups in the areas we serve, providing sessions aimed to equip people with valuable skills: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/sites/default/fil…

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great. And so does getting your breast screening sorted. It can detect cancer before you can feel it. Or more likely, put your mind at rest. So when you're invited, save the date. It could save your life. nhs.uk/breast

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Detailed guidance on using our new Opioid Prescribing Comparators dashboard is available now. @Clarehm123 and our own ePACT2 training team explain the importance of this work and how to get the most out of the data and dashboard. Watch now: youtu.be/SZ32Xs89vQY

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NHS Business Services Authority @nhsbsa.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Everyone deserves the chance to succeed. 🌱 Your background shouldn't determine your future. That's why we're working directly with schools to build confidence among young people: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/sites/default/fil…

Three colleagues from the NHS Business Services Authority are collaborating over a computer in an office setting. The image features the text "People Connected to Care" and "Social mobility.

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