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Managing acne and rosacea

Assessment and management of acne and rosacea.

02 Jun 2025

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Tea-time tutorial: A concise guide to botulism

A botulism outbreak traced to a French wine bar made the headlines in 2023. Food botulism is actually rare in the UK but it can be fatal if not treated early. Here’s the low-down:

02 Oct 2024

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First aid

Feel confident in your abilities to provide first aid when necessary, as well as be able to share this vital knowledge and OTC recommendations with customers.

19 Aug 2024

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Footcare

There are a variety of foot problems customers may experience, and many of them can be treated with help from the pharmacy and self care, often without the need for a doctor’s appointment.

19 Jun 2024

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Travel health

As the sun returns to the skies and school holidays approach, many customers will be making time to travel, whether that be abroad or within the UK. There are plenty of self care and OTC tips you can share with customers, no matter their destination.

19 May 2024

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Bladder weakness

More than three million people in the UK are estimated to experience urinary incontinence, making the advice and support available from the pharmacy crucial.

24 Apr 2024

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A deep dive into the dermis

When it comes to the skin, there is more than meets the eye – literally. Only the first layer of the skin is visible, which in combination with two other layers, works constantly to protect and insulate the body.

24 Apr 2024

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Hayfever

The hayfever season – starting as early as January – is coincident with large numbers of people looking to their pharmacy for help. To cope with this influx, pharmacy teams need to be on the ball with OTC solutions and remedies.

26 Mar 2024

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Scenario: Upper GI pain

Patrick Heaney, who is 52 years old, appears in the pharmacy at lunch time complaining of stomach ache that has come on suddenly over the last few hours. What do you advise?

18 Jan 2024

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Women's intimate health

For many women, the pharmacy is the first port of call when it comes to changes to their intimate health. With many OTC treatments available, pharmacy teams can assist women with treatment expertise and comforting advice.

12 Jan 2024

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