The report draws together data from 24 countries and highlights case studies from nine countries, including Ireland. The Irish data was compiled by Suan O’Dwyer and Susan O’Donnell of the IPU. The global data indicates that most countries supporting the implementation of common ailments schemes have professional standards in place, but the specifics of these standards and remuneration frameworks vary considerably. In addition, the data demonstrates the challenges faced by pharmacists wishing to implement common ailments schemes and show that fostering a collaborative ethos between other members of the primary healthcare team and pharmacists remains crucial. Dr Sarah Dineen-Griffin, vice president of the FIP Community Pharmacy Section, chaired the insight board that was part of the process leading up to the report. She said: “It’s fascinating to note that there are different interpretations and definitions of what a common ailment scheme is. Nevertheless, pharmacists’ fundamental and pivotal role in delivering these programmes remains constant, whether remunerated or not. These programmes contribute to the sustainability of health care systems. This FIP report will be invaluable to inform the future international development of common ailment schemes through exchanging evidence and experiences from individual countries.” Gonçalo Sousa Pinto, FIP lead for practice development and transformation, and editor of the report, said that the report puts a spotlight on existing models and aims to encourage FIP member organisations to advocate leveraging pharmacies for this type of service. Read the report in full at fip.org/file/5624.