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Stroke and transient ischaemic attacks

Pharmacists can help identify stroke risk and optimise medicines for secondary prevention. By Rod Tucker

29 Oct 2026

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Stress: assessment and management

Pharmacies are often a first point of contact for stress-related symptoms, making timely assessment, self-care advice and appropriate referral central to good patient support. By Ikwuoma Udeaja.

16 Oct 2026

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Infestations: identification and management

Lice, bed bugs and scabies are common parasites that affect humans. Knowing how to distinguish between these common infestations and other causes of itching can help pharmacy teams provide appropriate advice and treatment, as Rod Tucker explains

14 Oct 2026

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Blood glucose monitoring in diabetes

Community pharmacists can support safe, purposeful glucose monitoring by linking results to treatment review and patient-centred conversations. Nadia Malik provides a practical guide for pharmacy teams

07 Oct 2026

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Fungal skin infections: diagnosis and management

Diagnosis and management of fungal skin infections of the body and scalp

31 Aug 2026

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Incontinence: diagnosis and management

The causes and clinical features of the different types of urinary incontinence and how pharmacy teams can help patients manage this common condition

30 Jul 2026

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Frailty, polypharmacy and falls prevention in older people

Age-related physiological changes, multimorbidity and medicines burden increase the risk of frailty, falls and adverse outcomes in elderly patients. Pharmacists must identify risks and support safer care. By Rod Tucker

29 Jul 2026

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Perimenopause and post menopause hormonal treatment

Dr Jill Rutter details perimenopause and postmenopause symptoms, explains some important practical issues to consider when it comes to hormone replacement therapy, and clarifies some common myths and misconceptions

28 Jul 2026

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Lower GI symptoms and management

Symptoms and management of constipation, diarrhoea, and irritable bowel syndrome

29 Jun 2026

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Food allergy: diagnosis and management

Food allergy signs and symptoms, the pathophysiology, management and emergency treatment

29 Jun 2026

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Feverish children - management

Assessment and appropriate management of children with fever

29 Jun 2026

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Common foot and leg conditions: diagnosis and management

From cramps and restless legs to verrucas and athlete’s foot, pharmacy teams can help support patients with practical advice, effective treatments and timely referrals for common leg and foot conditions.

05 Jun 2026

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Red eye: diagnosis and management

Red eye is a common presentation in pharmacy, but behind seemingly simple symptoms may lie sight-threatening complications. Rapid assessment, careful examination and timely referral are essential

02 Jun 2026

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Travel health: common problems and useful information

Community pharmacy teams can deliver expert, accessible travel health services and advice, from vaccines to sun safety and a lot more besides, writes Rod Tucker.

19 May 2026

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Common ear problems: diagnosis and management

How to diagnose and manage common ear problems in pharmacy

14 May 2026

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Sprains and strains: assessment and management

How to assess and manage strains, sprains and soft tissue injuries to help people move better and avoid long-term problems

14 May 2026

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