E-prescribing by midwives: The situation in Greece

Electronic prescribing (e-prescribing) offers numerous benefits but has also disadvantages. The use of e-prescribing is becoming increasingly widespread worldwide for midwives may vary from country to country. Regulations in Greece have defined the right prescribe specific medicines and diagnostic tests since 1989. However, several years later, 2019, legislation provided regulation e-prescription midwives. Midwives play a crucial role healthcare system, especially care women neonates. They are trained professionals who provide range services, including antenatal can help prevent treat health problems that arise during woman's lifetime. It therefore utmost importance empower with capabilities which will facilitate Primary Health Care.