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First prescriptions: lipid management

This CPD module covers the management of cardiovascular risk through lipid (cholesterol) lowering medication.

29 Jul 2024

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Polypharmacy rates lower in UK than rest of Europe

Rates of polypharmacy and potentially inappropriate prescribing are lower in the UK than in many European countries, a new analysis has revealed.

29 Jul 2024

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NSAIDs continue to be a source of avoidable harm

Problematic NSAID prescribing costs NHS England an estimated £31m over 10 years, says a new study.

26 Jul 2024

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New dermatology courses for community pharmacists

Each of the six courses includes case studies and skin examination advice.

23 Jul 2024

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First generic raltegravir medicines for HIV patients approved by MHRA

The MHRA has approved generic versions of raltegravir which reduce the amount of HIV in a patient’s blood when used with other medicines.

22 Jul 2024

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Muscle & joint pain

Muscles and joints allow us the freedom of movement, flexibility and mobility. From time to time, however, they may become strained or injured for various reasons. This module looks at how you can advise customers with OTC treatments and self care.

18 Jul 2024

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Feet first

Feet often get neglected until the sun comes out, but pharmacy teams can convince customers that a good footcare routine is important all year round.

18 Jul 2024

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Headstrong

Recommending a paracetamol or ibuprofen for someone with a headache is often the right solution, but pharmacy teams should be aware of the different types of headaches customers may be suffering from.

18 Jul 2024

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In a blink!

There are a couple of problems that may pose a threat to eye health and sight, but many of them can be treated in the pharmacy.

18 Jul 2024

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Pharmacy First CPD: Infected insect bites

The latest in our series of CPD modules designed to support pharmacists to manage common conditions and deliver England’s Pharmacy First service looks at dealing with infected insect bites.

17 Jul 2024

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Clinical briefing: 3D printing and the future of therapeutics

Could 3D printing be the future of medicine, enabling tailored drug release profiles and personalised medicine that would simplify taking multiple medications at different times? Clinical editor Mark Greener takes a peek into his therapeutic crystal ball...

10 Jul 2024

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Antibiotics may increase fibromyalgia risk

Antibiotics seem to increase the risk of fibromyalgia up to four-fold, according to recent primary care data.

08 Jul 2024

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Cardiovascular disease: decline has stalled

Rising rates of other cardiovascular diseases have offset much of a decline in coronary heart disease.

05 Jul 2024

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Practice update: Being vigilant for hypoglycaemia

The more hypoglycaemic episodes a person experiences, the worse their impaired awareness becomes – so how can pharmacists help to break this cycle?

03 Jul 2024

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New pregnancy prevention measures introduced for topiramate

Migraine and antiseizure medication topiramate (Topamax) must no longer be prescribed to women and girls unless they fulfil the requirements of a Pregnancy Prevention Programme

24 Jun 2024

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Footcare

There are a variety of foot problems customers may experience, and many of them can be treated with help from the pharmacy and self care, often without the need for a doctor’s appointment.

19 Jun 2024

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