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OTC Category Reviews

Follow month by month updates on topics including asthma, mental health and skin conditions and be able to provide informed advice to customers at the counter.
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Head in the clouds

Not everything is yet known about e-cigarettes, but it is one option people are using to try and give up smoking.

17 Feb 2020 , 5 Min Article

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Taboos? So last year

It's time to start talking about all aspects of women's health and pharmacy teams can help with information, support and signposting.

22 Jan 2020 , 5 Min Article

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Heads up

Headaches can be bothersome from time to time, but some types of headaches and migraine can be debilitating.

17 Jan 2020 , 5 Min Article

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Push the bloat out

Digestive issues are common and while they can be uncomfortable, many are easily treated using self care and OTC remedies.

20 Dec 2019 , 5 Min Article

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Play it by ear

Listen up! Modern lifestyles are affecting ear health. Find out how pharmacy teams can help customers protect their hearing.

18 Dec 2019 , 5 Min Article

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The obesity agenda

The Welsh Government has published a new strategy to help people manage their weight and pharmacy teams can help.

17 Dec 2019 , 4 Min Article

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The countdown is on

Prepare customers for the festive season with this advent calendar of winter ailments top tips for healthy and happy holidays.

27 Nov 2019 , 6 Min Article

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Shhh! sleep secrets

A good night's sleep is important for a healthy lifestyle, but what happens when sleep doesn't come so easily?

21 Nov 2019 , 4 Min Article

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Cold weather? Snow problem

Winter is coming. And for a lot of people, this can only mean one thing: dry, dull and flaky skin. Pharmacy teams can help.

18 Nov 2019 , 4 Min Article

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Let's get digital, digital

With over half of Brits using health apps and wearables on a daily basis, the PAGB is calling for more digital solutions.

15 Oct 2019 , 4 Min Article

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A new season dawns

The uptake of the pharmacy flu jab is increasing every year, and all pharmacy staff all have a part to play.

13 Oct 2019 , 5 Min Article

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Up in smoke

Statistics reveal a further decline in people lighting up, but there's still much to be done before the UK is smoke-free.

25 Sep 2019 , 5 Min Article

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10-minute clinic: colds and cough

This handy 10-minute clinic is a quick reference guide that will help you advise customers on colds and cough.

24 Sep 2019 , 2 Min Article

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Strength in weakness

Breaking the stigma surrounding bladder weakness can help people have access to life-changing information and products.

23 Sep 2019 , 4 Min Article

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Eye on the ball

It's important to understand the leading causes of sight loss and how pharmacy teams can help customers protect their eyes.

19 Sep 2019 , 5 Min Article

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Waxing lyrical

Everyone has earwax, but for some people it can cause as many problems as it solves, especially if it becomes impacted.

16 Sep 2019 , 4 Min Article

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