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Skin conditions

Deal with dermalogical care in the pharmacy.

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Identifying unusual skin conditions

Pharmacy teams are well practised in diagnosing and offering treatment advice for dermatological disorders such as eczema and acne – but what about the more unusual skin conditions that may be seen on very rare occasions?

20 Mar 2023

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Keep your skin up

The body’s largest organ holds us all together, but what happens when the skin itself gets damaged?

14 Mar 2023

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Lipid lowerers and psoriasis

A new study suggests that PCSK9 inhibitors may improve psoriasis independently of their cardiovascular benefits.

13 Feb 2023

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Dermatological problems in patients with skin of colour

As the UK population becomes more culturally diverse, it is important that pharmacists are able to recognise how common dermatological conditions can present on non-Caucasian skin.

13 Feb 2023

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Clinical update: Decoding dermatophytes

Dermatophytoses are superficial fungal infections of the skin, hair and nails.

15 Jan 2023

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Blowing hot and cold

As winter unfurls, pharmacy teams can help customers protect their skin as much as possible with OTC solutions and advice.

07 Dec 2022

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Still just scratching the surface?

Studies presented during the recent European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) Congress 2022 offer fresh insights into the sometimes devastating impact of atopic dermatitis on sufferers.

11 Nov 2022

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Pharmacy Magazine Podcast - Category Insight: Eczema and psoriasis

Discover how pharmacy teams can support those with eczema and psoriasis.

29 Sep 2022

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Practice update: Scarred for life?

Wound healing is a complex process, so it is important to manage the wound correctly and use the right dressings to provide optimal healing conditions.

10 May 2022

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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

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Mental health support for people with acne

NICE has recommended mental health support for people who are severely affected by their acne.

28 Feb 2022

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Managing common skin complaints

Skin conditions are among the most common reasons for patients to visit their pharmacy for treatment and advice.

23 Feb 2022

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Half of eczema patients wait over a year for effective treatment

Eczema patients need better local commissioning, a new report finds.

25 Nov 2021

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Dermatology under the spotlight

With a constant stream of innovations and new treatments in the dermatology pipeline, it is important you keep up to date.

05 Oct 2021

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Action on acne from NICE

A new NICE guideline on the management of acne brings together many key points for effective management.

04 Oct 2021

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