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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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Loud and clear

With more and more pharmacies offering extensive ear care services, it’s important for the whole team to be up to speed on common ear conditions

10 Oct 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Oh baby, baby

Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times in a new mother’s life and involves many great changes within body. Expectant mothers may look to the pharmacy for support

09 Oct 2022 , 1 Min Article

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How to manage parasites

While families enjoy the summer break from routine, it’s time for pharmacies to start preparing for the parasite infections that often coincide with back to school in September.

15 Aug 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Sweet dreams are made of this

Nearly one-third of adults in the UK experience insomnia symptoms each week. Here's how this can affect an individual’s day-to-day life and what pharmacy teams can do to help

13 Aug 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Hard to stomach

Cases of Crohn’s disease in the UK are significantly higher than previously estimated.

12 Aug 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Best foot forward

It’s time to step into summer… but unsightly feet might be holding some customers back.

20 Jul 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Cancer concerns

Some 21 women a day die of gynaecological cancers and yet, not enough is commonly known about the diseases.

18 Jul 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Tackling pet health

How can customers make the adjustment back to normal life after the pandemic as seamless as possible for their new pets?

15 May 2022 , 3 Min Article

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The mental and physical benefits of an active lifestyle

Despite a surge in fitness fanatics during the pandemic, new research suggests the population’s activity levels are lower than ever before.

14 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Hayfever helpers

As hayfever season returns, how can pharmacy teams advise customers to manage their symptoms effectively?

13 May 2022 , 3 Min Article

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Tackling oral care

Pharmacy teams are often the first point of call for customers suffering from oral problems. Sink your teeth into this roundup of common conditions and the advice you can provide.

23 Apr 2022 , 5 Min Article

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Scar management

Prompt attention to wounds and injuries can mitigate the effects of scars. Here's what pharmacy teams can do to help, as well as how to advise customers on creating their own essential first aid kit.

23 Apr 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Facing skin management for all ages

From childhood to old age, there are various dermatological conditions to be expected during each stage of life.

22 Apr 2022 , 5 Min Article

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Man to man

Highlighting key areas of men's health pharmacy staff can support.

22 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Tackling long term pain relief

How can pharmacy teams help those suffering from long-term chronic pain conditions?

21 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Baby steps

Refresh your knowledge on the latest updates in baby care trends.

21 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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