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Asthma & COPD

One in five need room to breathe

The Taskforce for Lung Health sees opportunity in effective promotion of 'vital' pharmacy services like inhaler technique checks

14 Jul 2021 , 4 Min Article

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First aid

First responders

Increased numbers of visits to the pharmacy in search of self care assistance with first aid has been a knock-on effect of the pandemic. 

14 Jul 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Child & teen health

Be sun smarter

It may be staycations for many this year, but the British sun can still be a cause for concern

13 Jul 2021 , 3 Min Article

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Mental health

Crisis point

With screening delays and lockdown related mental health issues on the rise, how might pharmacy help?

13 Jul 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Pain relief

Push the pain barrier

New NICE guidance calls for healthcare professionals to recognise and treat chronic pain as valid and unique to each patient.

13 Jul 2021 , 4 Min Article

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Allergy

Food for thought

Food allergies cause huge anxiety. Here's how you can help

13 Jun 2021 , 4 Min Article

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Skin conditions

Time to think skin

The pandemic has taken its toll on skin, with acne and eczema on the rise.

13 Jun 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Sexual health

Consumers get ready for 'a summer of love'

Pharmacists can expect an increase in footfall and queries about sexual health this summer including men with erection problems.

20 May 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Back on your feet

Often overlooked, even legs and feet have suffered in lockdown

04 May 2021 , 4 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Catching symptoms early is key

Given the problems accessing screening over the last 12 months, spotting the early signs of bowel disease is more important than ever

04 May 2021 , 4 Min Article

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Older people's health

Tough times for the older generation

The pandemic has been a difficult time for older people, and pharmacy's role in their care is more important than ever

05 Apr 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Stressed out scalps

The pandemic has had an effect on almost every area of people’s health, including the hair and scalp. 

11 Mar 2021 , 3 Min Article

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Sneezing season

While many still regard hay fever as a minor complaint, it can affect quality of life and exacerbate asthma. 

10 Mar 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Sexual health

Hidden benefits to help for men

An estimated five million men in the UK experience erection problems, but a June 2020 survey by Upjohn revealed that only four per cent have sought help from a pharmacist.

12 Feb 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Health supplements

Stronger from within: Vitamins and minerals

The VMS category is thriving, as consumers try to do all they can to protect their health during the pandemic.

12 Feb 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Oral health

Open wider

With visits to dentists down thanks to coronavirus, customers have been turning to pharmacy to fill the gap

21 Jan 2021 , 3 Min Article

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