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Skin conditions

Deal with dermalogical care in the pharmacy.

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Winter skin and scalp problems

The winter months can take their toll on the skin, often causing conditions to develop or flare up. Find out how pharmacy teams can help.

17 Nov 2020 , 5 Min Article

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Dry skin and eczema

Atopic eczema cannot be cured, but there are ways in which people can keep their problematic skin under control.

30 Oct 2020 , 15 Min Module

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Dermatology patients 'need better psychological support'

Almost all skin disease patients report an impact on mental wellbeing but support is lacking, a study finds. 

24 Sep 2020 , 1 Min Article

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Metabolic syndrome and the link to skin diseases

Patients with inflammatory skin diseases should be targeted and provided with heart health checks by community pharmacy teams.

26 Aug 2020 , 4 Min Article

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Sun protection and skin cancer

This module will help you understand the common types of skin cancer and their management, the roles of immunosuppression and UV exposure, and the importance of sun protection. 

15 Jun 2020 , 6 Min Module

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Beyond the surface

Skin conditions are often only regarded as a physical problem, but the psychological impact can create issues that go much deeper.

16 Mar 2020 , 5 Min Article

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Fungal skin infections

This module will help you to understand the presenting features of fungal skin infections, the management options and the possible complications.

04 Dec 2019 , 5 Min Module

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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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Bacterial skin infections

Update your learning on bacterial skin infections.

22 Aug 2019 , 5 Min Module

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10-minute clinic: dry skin and eczema

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

22 May 2019 , 2 Min Article

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Managing dry skin and eczema

Some 15 million people in the UK have eczema, pharmacy teams provide advice to help manage this common skin condition.

15 Apr 2019 , 15 Min Module

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Scratching the surface

With the majority of people self-treating skin conditions, pharmacy teams are well placed to offer advice.

20 Mar 2019 , 4 Min Article

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The treatment of psoriasis

This module describes the main features of chronic plaque psoriasis and its treatment, focusing on mild-to-moderate disease

12 Feb 2018 , 900 Min Module

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The treatment of psoriasis

This CPD module provides pharmacists with information on the treatment of psoriasis.

08 Jun 2015 , 900 Min Module

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Actinic keratosis and skin cancer

This CPD module provides pharmacists with an update on the treatment of actinic keratoses and skin cancer.

05 Feb 2015 , 900 Min Module

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