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First things first

Examining the first aid market, discover changes in guidance and training, as well as trends towards more natural solutions.

20 Jul 2020

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Heads up

With access to specialists limited by Covid-19, pharmacists have become more important as a source of advice for hair and scalp conditions

15 Jul 2020

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The high street's white knight?

Jonathan Bower says local authorities’ economic development role could be harnessed to drive forward a growth agenda post Covid-19

08 Jul 2020

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Transformation ahead for representation in England?

The Independent Review of Community Pharmacy Contractor Representation and Support sounds a dry read, but it's worth it, says Rob Darracott

07 Jul 2020

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Something's missing

Community pharmacies have been open throughout the pandemic crisis, yet the sector in England has been fighting for recognition and resources for years. What's the problem? And can it be fixed?

02 Jul 2020

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Step to it

As summer approaches, now is the time to educate customers on foot and leg care.

01 Jul 2020

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Testing, testing

As technology evolves and consumers are encouraged to embrace self care, home diagnostics tests could form part of a wider healthcare action plan.

01 Jul 2020

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Missed opportunities

Women are ignoring potentially serious health problems during the current pandemic, worried about bothering busy health professionals or struggling to access the services they need. 

01 Jul 2020

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Do you delegate responsibly?

Delegation is a critical leadership skill, yet so many managers fail to delegate responsibly.

18 Jun 2020

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Building resilience in the workplace

With the current challenges in mind, here, with some minor adaptations, is a module on personal resilience from 2016.

18 Jun 2020

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Creating inspiring leadership

Leadership is no longer the preserve of the few – it is an essential role in business that can be learned by those at all levels to use in a range of different situations.

16 Jun 2020

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Pharmacies wanted for a wider role in sexual health

The sexually transmitted infection rate is rising and PHE would like more community pharmacies to get involved.

10 Jun 2020

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Senior moments

A focus report on helping older people with their health and mobility. 

10 Jun 2020

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Review: medicines reuse guidance

Solicitor Susan Hunneyball says community pharmacists will have things to do if care homes or hospices decide to reuse medicines during the pandemic

04 May 2020

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The Wright medicine?

Ahead of the results of David Wright's review of contractor representation, do public statements hint at the conclusions? Sasa Jankovic reports

05 Mar 2020

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Supplementary benefits for all

As more people turn to plant-based diets, pharmacies can explain how supplements can plug nutrient gaps

05 Mar 2020

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