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Skin conditions

Deal with dermalogical care in the pharmacy.

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Don't cell out on skin maintenance

As the skin is one of our most vital organs, keeping it healthy is extremely important.

11 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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NICE comes out against bath additives in childhood eczema

A draft guideline says bath emollients should not be prescribed in children under 12 years.

21 Mar 2023 , 2 Min Article

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Keep your skin up

The body’s largest organ holds us all together, but what happens when the skin itself gets damaged?

14 Mar 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Blowing hot and cold

As winter unfurls, pharmacy teams can help customers protect their skin as much as possible with OTC solutions and advice.

07 Dec 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Half of eczema patients wait over a year for effective treatment

Eczema patients need better local commissioning, a new report finds.

25 Nov 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Atopic dermatitis linked to learning disabilities

Atopic dermatitis (AD) shows a "dose-dependent association" with learning disability, American researchers report.

04 Jun 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Shingles and skin infection PGDs added to Pharmacy First Scotland

After some delay, PGDs supporting two further common clinical conditions are to be added to the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland service.

28 May 2021 , 1 Min Article

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We need renewed focus on self-care during Covid-19

The Covid-19 pandemic has added pressure and stress like never before and this can cause skin conditions, says Farah Ali.

 

09 Dec 2020 , 2 Min Article

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Dermatology patients 'need better psychological support'

Almost all skin disease patients report an impact on mental wellbeing but support is lacking, a study finds. 

24 Sep 2020 , 1 Min Article

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OTC treatment of warts and verrucas

A summary of OTC treatment for warts and verrucas

10 Aug 2016 , 900 Min Module

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Treating dandruff and seborrhoea of the scalp

Alan Nathan considers OTC treatment of these common scalp conditions

14 Apr 2016 , 900 Min Module

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The treatment of psoriasis

This CPD module provides pharmacists with information on the treatment of psoriasis.

08 Jun 2015 , 900 Min Module

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Actinic keratosis and skin cancer

This CPD module provides pharmacists with an update on the treatment of actinic keratoses and skin cancer.

05 Feb 2015 , 900 Min Module

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