Cancer chemotherapy is currently being shifted to outpatient services. At the same time, the number of patients receiving chemotherapy and visiting pharmacies is increasing. In this study, as a survey revealed that pharmacists considered their knowledge of chemotherapy and information for patients were insufficient, a workshop was held for pharmacists working at pharmacies to increase their knowledge in these areas. The pharmacists were highly motivated to participate in the workshop, and it

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... be possible to improve pharmacy staff's knowledge of chemotherapy on a community-wide basis by holding such workshops continuously. In the study, a system for liaison with neighboring medical institutions was also developed based on the results of the awareness survey. The system is expected to facilitate patient-related information collection, and improve the quality of guidance provided by pharmacists for appropriate care.