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Red eye: diagnosis and management

Red eye is a common presentation in pharmacy, but behind seemingly simple symptoms may lie sight-threatening complications. Rapid assessment, careful examination and timely referral are essential

02 Jun 2026

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Defeating dry eye

Recognise the symptoms and underlying causes of dry eye and understand the role of sodium hyaluronate in relieving and managing dry eye symptoms

08 Apr 2026

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Infective conjunctivitis: from self-care to prescribing

An evidence-based approach to assessing and managing conjunctivitis.

18 Feb 2026

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Pharmacy Magazine Podcast – Category Insight: Eye Care

In conversation with Louise Gow, head of optometry, low vision and eye health at the Royal National Institute of Blind People.

18 Sep 2025

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Clinical update: Bringing eye care into closer focus

Community pharmacists may not realise their potential for delivering care that could have a hugely positive impact on the eye health of their patients.

11 Aug 2025

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NICE recommends new treatment for AMD

Health spending watchdog gives thumbs up to bevacizumab gamma (Lytenava).

31 Oct 2024

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In a blink!

There are a couple of problems that may pose a threat to eye health and sight, but many of them can be treated in the pharmacy.

18 Jul 2024

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Play it by ear

Many of us take for granted the ability to hear, and it is only when this sense is affected that we realise just how much of our daily lives depend on our ear health.

19 Jun 2024

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Community pharmacies offer eye care advice

Getting a GP appointment is no longer an easy task, which creates opportunities for community pharmacies to help customers by offering eye care advice and treatment.

07 Dec 2023

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Keep an ear out

The ears are not only vital for hearing, but balance too, so it’s important to keep them as healthy as possible. Explore various ear problems and the best self care tips and treatment advice staff can offer.

06 Oct 2023

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First prescriptions for glaucoma

This module covers topical treatments used in the management of glaucoma.

14 Jul 2023

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Clinical update on glaucoma

This module looks at the causes of glaucoma and identifies those who are at higher risk of developing the condition.

16 Jun 2023

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Pharmacy Magazine Podcast - Category Insight: Ear health

This month we're looking at earwax, hearing loss and improving accessibility for deaf customers.

28 Feb 2023

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Hearing aids reduce chance of cognitive decline

Hearing aids and cochlear implants reduce cognitive decline, according to two new meta-analyses.

13 Feb 2023

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Eyes on the prize

Sight is arguably one of our most important senses, but studies show that many people are neglecting their eye health.

01 Dec 2022

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