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Pharmacy could manage obesity – but are we up for it?

Addressing the problem at scale will be a challenge in Northern Ireland within existing service frameworks, says Terry Maguire.

09 Dec 2025

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How to build a healthy nation

The problem is we live in a world where bad habits are made to look attractive and are easy to indulge and satisfy, says Peter Kelly.

24 Sep 2025

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The weight of the world

Children and young people are suffering through an obesity crisis, with UK statistics showing worrying upward trends for the future.

19 Aug 2024

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Weight loss medicines – what you need to know

Pharmacists must be aware of critical factors when supplying weight loss medications to ensure safety and compliance.

09 Aug 2024

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Let’s get started

Helping overweight and obese customers to lose weight can change and save lives. Here's how pharmacy can help individuals make small lifestyle changes that are safe and sustainable

13 Sep 2023

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Special report: Childhood obesity – a growing problem?

Efforts to tackle childhood obesity are making slow progress, but there are glimmers of hope.

26 Jul 2023

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No role models?

With an obesity crisis weighing on the small shoulders of the UK’s children and teens, can community pharmacies help parents demonstrate healthy habits for better futures?

14 Jun 2023

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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

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CPD module: Obesity

Obesity – a health issue for our times.

06 Apr 2021

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