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Let’s talk about men’s health

One in five men in the UK dies before the age of 65 but community pharmacies can play a key prevention role and prolong lives.

12 Mar 2024 , 1 Min Article

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An alternative way for people in pain

With a wide choice of active ingredients and formulations, Steve Titmarsh considers who might find topical analgesics helpful.

22 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Genetic biobank recruiting patients on DOACs in pilot study

By collecting genetic samples, the Yellow Card Biobank aims to determine whether a suspected side effect was caused by a specific genetic trait.

13 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Comirnaty Covid vaccine available to buy in pharmacies from next month

Pfizer has started talking to Boots about stocking the Comirnaty Omicron XBB.1.5 Covid vaccine.

12 Feb 2024 , 1 Min Article

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You can still win with cold skin

Winter weather can be a pain for people with skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

31 Jan 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Taking a deep breath

Inadequate control of lung diseases such as asthma and COPD contribute to poor outcomes for patients.

24 Jan 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Making eczema an ex-problem

Living with eczema can be uncomfortable and can take an emotional toll on sufferers.

03 Jan 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Oral care is crucial for top-to-toe health

Looking after our teeth and gums is important not only for the sake of our mouths but the rest of our bodies too.

03 Jan 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Stop the trouble brewing inside

Many digestive problems seen in the pharmacy may be linked to dietary and lifestyle habits.

13 Dec 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Protecting your patients from winter ills

Cold, dry, windy winter weather can play havoc with our health but independent pharmacies can provide relief.

06 Dec 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Supplement your health offering

Demand for CBD supplements is growing but should pharmacists stock these products?

01 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article

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On the colds, flu and Covid frontline

Since the pandemic, pharmacy has been at the forefront when it comes to offering OTC products and support for patients.

25 Oct 2023 , 1 Min Article

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See the bigger picture through the smoke

Pharmacy teams need to understand the issues around, not only smoking, but vaping, NRT and heated tobacco.

17 Oct 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Menopause – what are women’s options?

The menopause happens as part of ageing with loss of ovarian follicular activity. But how can pharmacists support sufferers?

11 Oct 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Returning to the classroom

Pharmacy teams are an important source of reassurance and advice, helping parents to manage a variety of common childhood conditions.

20 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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The challenges of childbirth...and what follows

Mental illness is not uncommon during pregnancy and there are many questions around skin care for newborns.

13 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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