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Older people's health

Improve older people's health with pharmacy training online CPD and OTC courses.

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Helping customers to a healthier old age

How can pharmacy staff support their elderly patients this winter?

17 Dec 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Tailoring support for seniors

Why pharmacy is perfectly placed to support older people with frailty

23 Jan 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Record number of dementia cases diagnosed

NHS data shows that 487,432 people in England were living with diagnosed dementia in June 2024 — the highest number on record.

08 Aug 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Winter warmers

Winter can be a challenging time for older customers, but pharmacy teams can offer a warm welcome in the colder months.

13 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Age concerns

While living longer is something to be celebrated, an ageing population has implications for the economy, services and society

02 Jan 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Preventative prescribing is risky in the very old

Preventative medicines are often prescribed with no clear benefit, a study finds

16 Sep 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Taking control of bladder problems

With cases of overactive bladder on the rise, education is key

10 Aug 2022 , 5 Min Article

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Consider compounding for hypothyroid sufferers

Compounding can be more cost-effective for people with hypothyroidism, says Najma Easa and Paaven Patel

08 Jul 2022 , 3 Min Article

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Reduced activity during lockdown could mean more falls in the elderly

Reduced strength and balancing activity could increase risk of falls in older people by over 6 per cent

16 Aug 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Compliance aid basics

When should you supply medicines in a compliance aid, and when can you charge for doing so?

11 Aug 2021 , 2 Min Article

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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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