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Nemolizumab approved for prurigo nodularis and atopic dermatitis

Nemolizumab (Nemluvio, Galderma) has been approved by the MHRA for the treatment of two skins conditions.

18 Feb 2025

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An introduction to NRT combination therapy

Learn how to advise customers on combination nicotine replacement therapy in order to support them to quit smoking successfully

04 Feb 2025

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Employing pharmacists in GP practices improves quality of prescribing, says study

Researchers at the University of Manchester found the number of opioids, antibiotics and anxiolytics prescribed fell.

04 Feb 2025

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Category update: Breaking down the barriers in men

Men are still reluctant to seek advice about their health, which means early warning signs are often overlooked. Sarah Purcell explores how pharmacy teams can make a difference.

21 Jan 2025

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Testosterone deficiency: breaking the stigma

Dr David Edwards, men’s health specialist and chair of the Primary Care Testosterone Advisory Group, emphasises the importance of pharmacists supporting men who may show signs of testosterone deficiency.

16 Jan 2025

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Clinical update: Acute pain and transformational care

Taking a holistic view can help community pharmacy teams improve care of people presenting with acute pain, says clinical editor Mark Greener.

13 Jan 2025

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Clinical review: Wake-up call for insomnia sufferers

Recent research suggests that insomnia could be an early predictor of a range of conditions – from ADHD to type 2 diabetes, and even acute illnesses such as flu and Covid. Mark Greener reports.

06 Jan 2025

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NHS plans Covid-19 vaccination campaign in Spring 2025

Government accepts JCVI advice that the NHS should plan for a Covid-19 vaccination programme in spring 2025.

17 Dec 2024

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Rethinking co-drug names could prevent errors

Standardised nomenclature for combination formulations could prevent errors, new research suggests.

16 Dec 2024

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Haleon launches new formulation Day Nurse

Product contains paracetamol and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride.

16 Dec 2024

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Pharmacies will get H5 influenza vaccine depending ‘on nature of scenario’

The Government has struck a deal to secure over five million doses of human H5 influenza vaccine.

03 Dec 2024

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Smoking, vaping: current thinking

Although smoking rates are falling across the UK, there is still work to be done in helping people of all ages to quit.

29 Nov 2024

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New asthma guidelines published

New UK guideline recommends prescribing combination treatments for people with newly diagnosed asthma.

27 Nov 2024

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