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Creating a safe space for teens in pharmacy

There are some 14.4 million under-18s in the UK, making up almost 20 per cent of the population that need to access health services. For them to feel confident about doing this via pharmacy, they need to feel safe and welcome, says Sarah Purcell.

25 Sep 2025 , 6 Min Article

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Targeted relief for sore throats in children

Sore throats are common in children. Parents and caregivers may ask for help interpreting their child’s symptoms and choosing a suitable treatment option.

30 Aug 2024 , 5 Min Module

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The weight of the world

Children and young people are suffering through an obesity crisis, with UK statistics showing worrying upward trends for the future.

19 Aug 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Managing pain and fever in children

This single-page module will help keep you up to date on how to manage pain and fever in children.

22 Aug 2023 , 8 Min Module

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Infection during pregnancy is linked to childhood leukaemia

Maternal genitourinary tract infection during pregnancy increases the risk that the child will develop leukaemia by more than a third, according to researchers from Denmark.

16 Mar 2023 , 1 Min Article

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MHRA approves secukinumab for paediatric arthritis

The drug will be used to treat two types of paediatric arthritic conditions

09 Nov 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Child health concerns

In the aftermath of the pandemic, pharmacy staff have a great opportunity to build on customer trust and loyalty. Here's how to help with common child health concerns.

19 Jun 2022 , 1 Min Article

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