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An expanding role in diabetes care

Community pharmacy has a strong case to play a wider role in the prevention of type 2 diabetes and the care of patients who have the disease

04 May 2022

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A seasonal tester

Hayfever is thought to affect around a quarter of the UK population. How can pharmacy help customers to navigate their way through the season?

04 May 2022

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Covid-19's mental health legacy

Counting the cost of Covid on the nation's mental health and wellbeing 

04 Mar 2022

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Get moving on joint pain

In a recent poll, 39 per cent of Brits report experiencing chronic pain. It seems the pandemic has affected the nation's joint and muscle health

02 Feb 2022

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News diary: December 2021

A new contract in Wales and progress or not in smoking cessation lead the pre-Christmas news

10 Jan 2022

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Consumers adopt more sustainable lifestyles

Sustainability is a key motivator for consumers in many purchasing decisions, and personal care is no exception

01 Dec 2021

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Inhaler switching ramps up for NHS

The NHS is now using incentives to go green, while the private sector too is creating greener recycling options 

01 Dec 2021

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Healthy view ahead for pharmacy

While pharmacists say more patients are heading their way for advice on how to maintain healthy vision, eyes are still a low priority for many people

01 Dec 2021

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Sore throat: the case for self care

Misunderstood by one in five, sore throats are a prime case for pharmacy-supported self care

01 Dec 2021

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It's time to quit

As ‘Smokefree 2030’ approaches, more smokers are being encouraged to quit, but will it be enough? We look at the new measures and what they mean for community pharmacy.

01 Dec 2021

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Dermatology in the pharmacy

Waiting lists have grown in the pandemic; pharmacy has an important role to play

07 Nov 2021

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Winter is coming... and so are viruses

With Covid in the mix, customers may welcome more advice on self care for viral symptoms this winter

06 Nov 2021

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A welcome 'return to normal'

Children's mental health is the chief concern as classrooms reopen for the autumn term

03 Nov 2021

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Coronosomnia: the pandemic effect on sleep

The pandemic has caused disturbed sleep for many customers, but a new pharmacy service can help

03 Nov 2021

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Sodium valproate prescribing update

Two new initiatives have been launched to ensure all women and girls prescribed sodium valproate are fully aware of the risks and understand the importance of using reliable contraception to prevent pregnancy

02 Nov 2021

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