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How to manage parasites

While families enjoy the summer break from routine, it’s time for pharmacies to start preparing for the parasite infections that often coincide with back to school in September.

15 Aug 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Managing head lice

The topic of head lice is never far from the minds of parents and carers. Pharmacy teams can be on hand with advice.

01 Oct 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Head lice and other parasites

As the new school term gets underway, even with social distancing measures in place pharmacy teams can expect a resurgence in queries about head lice.

25 Sep 2020 , 5 Min Article

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Head lice

Pharmacy teams can help customers feel confident in controlling this common parasite with some top tips.

20 Sep 2020 , 15 Min Module

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Locking down head lice

As children start returning to school, anxiety levels will be high for more reasons than usual. But head lice don't have to be one of them.

18 Aug 2020 , 4 Min Article

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Pets and parasites

Pet owners often have poor knowledge about the internal parasites that can affect their dogs and cats. Pharmacists can help...

19 Mar 2020 , 4 Min Article

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Biting back

As families enjoy the school holidays and a break from routine, now is the time to prepare for parasite infections.

21 Aug 2019 , 5 Min Article

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