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Reduce, reuse, recycle

Medicines are responsible for 25 per cent of carbon emissions within the NHS. Sarah Purcell looks at how community pharmacies can help the NHS to reach its net zero emissions target

01 Jun 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Headache and migraine

Headache is one of the most common customer complaints, so pharmacy staff need to be aware of how to distinguish between those that can be managed with self care advice and OTC recommendations and those that may need further referral.

12 May 2023 , 15 Min Module

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Spring into action

As the pollen season begins, here's how pharmacy can help customers suffering from hayfever

12 May 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Let your hair down

Many customers will be plagued by hair and scalp conditions at some point in their lifetime and pharmacy staff can be on hand to help them navigate these, sometimes embarrassing, problems.

12 May 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Mind out!

Is a mental health crisis the next pandemic to face the UK?

11 May 2023 , 1 Min Article

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A holistic approach to better outcomes

In March this year, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) announced the launch of women’s health hubs to improve access and quality of care in services for menstrual problems, contraception, pelvic pain, menopause care, and more.

01 May 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Are you ready for take-off?

Post-pandemic, there has been a huge increase in travel abroad, despite the cost of living crisis, as people take postponed holidays.

01 May 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Best foot forward

The foot health sector represents a significant part of a pharmacy’s retail offering, so it makes sense to ensure that the category is well represented – and that staff are well trained in how to approach foot health issues.

01 May 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Hayfever 2023

As the hayfever season comes around again, people will be turning to their local pharmacy for support. It's important for teams to be on hand with advice and OTC recommendations to help relieve symptoms.

17 Apr 2023 , 15 Min Module

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Gut reactions

As our understanding of the role of the gut increases, here are the many ways in which what we eat can have an impact

12 Apr 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Cut the tension

From tension-type to migraine there are many ways in which a 'simple headache' can become debilitating and life changing. Here's how pharmacy teams can offer support

12 Apr 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Stick or twist?

If your PMR system isn’t cutting the mustard, is it time to switch suppliers? Or do you simply need to get to know it better?

01 Apr 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Taking control of diabetes

According to Diabetes UK, around 17 million people could be at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 2030 unless prevention services are improved.

01 Apr 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Get up to speed on skincare

The management of common skin conditions often involves self care regimens, giving pharmacies a key role to play – but it’s important to stay up-to-date with the latest guidance.

21 Mar 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Maintaining a healthy balance

With consumer interest high and changes in licensing of CBD products afoot, Sarah Clark explores developments in the health foods and supplements market

21 Mar 2023 , 1 Min Article

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