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Public health

Warding off winter illness

Pharmacists offering flu and Covid booster jabs this winter can expect massive demand for their services.

08 Nov 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Oral Care

Shouting about oral hygiene

Gum disease, also known as gingivitis, affects up to nine out of 10 people to some extent.

08 Nov 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Asthma & COPD

Coughing up the solutions

A cough is a common respiratory symptom and can be caused by different diseases and environmental factors.

13 Oct 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Smoking cessation

Vaping or more traditional approaches?

E-cigarettes have been around for some time but a debate rages on whether they are an acceptable smoking cessation aid.

13 Oct 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Eyes & ears

Listen up and look ahead

With many NHS non-essential health services paused, there is an opportunity for pharmacists to step into the market.

13 Oct 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Efficiency

Using data and technology to transform health

A digital revolution is under way to integrate of all parts of the health and social care systems.

07 Oct 2022 , 1 Min Article

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First aid

Best laid first aid plans

As well as complying with first aid requirements, the pharmacy team also needs to be able to deliver it.

07 Oct 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Child & teen health

Providing A grade support

Pharmacists can advise on a back-to-school health checklist to support parents and children.

07 Oct 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Pain relief

Knocking pain on the head

We look at different types of headache, ways to manage them and the red flags that signal the need for referral.

05 Jul 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Women's health - reducing the risk of fragility fractures

There are lifestyle choices women can make to slow the loss of bone mass and reduce the risk.

05 Jul 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Pain relief

It doesn’t have to be backs to the wall

Back pain can be debilitating for sufferers but only a minority actually seek help.

05 Jul 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Children’s health is weighing heavy

Overweight and obese kids are at risk of a lifetime of ill-health and an early death.

05 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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It’s all down to gluten

We examine how pharmacies can support patients with coeliac disease.

05 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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It's all about testosterone

The endocrine system plays an important role in men’s health. 

08 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Facing up to skin conditions

We take a look at common skincare conditions that are often distressing to sufferers.

08 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Taking the strain

Strains and sprains are common sports injuries but mild acute injuries are amenable to self-management.

08 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article