Clinical

We take a look at the treatment options for sore throat. 

MHRA warns that acute illness may exaggerate effect of warfarin tablets and necessitate dose reduction.

Mild gum disease, known as gingivitis, can develop into a more serious problem if left unchecked. 

Headaches are an inconvenience but a migraine can be so disabling, it stops a person from getting on with their life.   

Vaginal symptoms tend to be taboo topics but they are surprisingly common, affecting most women at some point in their lives.  

Could viral conjunctivitis be a symptom of Covid-19 infection?

How can community pharmacists help people maintain a healthy weight and eat healthy? 

We examine colic, its main signs and symptoms and its physiological and anatomical causes.

Digital tools should be offered in addition to existing health services, not as a replacement, says NICE

We examine the questions and misconceptions about head lice.

Osteoporosis remains under-recognised and under-treated, particularly in men. So what can pharmacists do to help?

Local authority stop smoking services have been scaled back in recent years but pharmacists can still help. 

Community pharmacists’ roles in supporting older people has changed drastically in the last 10 years.

What is systemic lupus erythematosus and what are the causes?

Do your bit for antimicrobial resistance by telling people antibiotics are inappropriate for most colds and sore throats.

Bladder weakness remains a taboo topic for so many men and women.

Fifty per cent of adults in the UK have not been to the dentist in two years. So how can community pharmacists help?

It has become increasingly important to harness emerging technologies for the early detection of serious conditions.

Providing first aid advice and products is a central pillar of pharmacy practice but the public need more knowledge.

We take a look at the treatment options for vulvo-vaginal candidiasis.