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To test or not to test…is that the question?

There are various reasons behind differences in the supply of antibiotics but point-of-care testing has reduced the rate.

02 Feb 2026

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Difflam: Sore throat

Training resources to refresh your sore throat category and product knowledge so you can provide the most appropriate advice for every customer

15 Jan 2026

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Chloralieve Training Hub

Visit our suite of training resources to upgrade your knowledge on sore throat management and explore how Chloralieve lozenges can help soothe customers’ symptoms

19 Dec 2025

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Flu and Covid on the rise

Flu and Covid-19 cases are increasing across England, according to the latest UKHSA surveillance report.

10 Oct 2025

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Acute sinusitis: treatment and management

Learn how to identify sinusitis and understand the role of sea water spray in managing associated congestion

23 Jul 2025

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Introducing Strefen Spray

Discover how Strefen Spray can help ease your customers’ acute sore throat symptoms

21 Jul 2025

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Pharmacies administered flu vaccines last winter at highest rate outside of pandemic

Pharmacies in England gave over 4 million flu vaccines in the 2024/25 flu season, the highest number outside of the pandemic, according to CCA analysis.

17 Jun 2025

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Children's cough and sore throat

Learn how naturally-derived products harnessing the power of honey can support the health of the whole family

13 Feb 2025

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Remedying winter ills

Independents can provide lots of advice and recommend a wide array of products to their patients during winter.

27 Nov 2024

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Wales STTT pharmacies supply fewer antibiotics than GPs for sore throat

Pharmacies in Wales providing the NHS-funded sore throat test and treat (STTT) service supplied fewer antibiotics to patients than GPs.

26 Nov 2024

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Making an appropriate recommendation for sore throat

Understand what causes sore throat and how Chloralieve works to help soothe it

14 Nov 2024

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7 steps to managing sore throat

Get to grips with what customers want from their sore throat treatment and upgrade your consultations with this 7-step guide

25 Oct 2024

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Long Covid: patients say pain is worst symptom

Pain seems to be the most common and severe long Covid symptom, according to a new retrospective analysis.

05 Sep 2024

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Targeted relief for sore throats in children

Sore throats are common in children. Parents and caregivers may ask for help interpreting their child’s symptoms and choosing a suitable treatment option.

30 Aug 2024

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Sore throats: Refresh your product knowledge

Watch this short video to learn about Difflam’s triple action relief against sore throat and explore the different benefits of each product in the range

06 Aug 2024

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Advising on cold and flu

Get ready to advise customers on managing cold and flu symptoms

22 Dec 2023

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