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Supporting sexual wellbeing: a natural fit for pharmacy

The recent extension to the Pharmacy Contraception Service in England is recognition that the community sector has much to offer in supporting sexual wellbeing. But how did this role develop and what innovations might occur in the future? Rod Tucker explains.

21 Jan 2026

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HIV diagnoses fall in 2024 but progress among young people falters

The latest HIV surveillance data for 2024 from the UKHSA shows new diagnoses falling by 4 per cent across the UK from 3,169 in 2023 to 3,043 in 2024.

07 Oct 2025

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NICE updates guidance on diagnosis of endometriosis

NICE responds to recent reports that have highlighted problems with the diagnosis of endometriosis.

12 Nov 2024

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Category Insight: Sexual health

From contraception to STIs, this month we are talking OTC sexual health.

27 Mar 2024

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Sexual healing

Amidst an alarming increase in STI infections in the UK and funding cuts to sexual health services, more people will be looking to the pharmacy for help.

12 Feb 2024

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Be PrEPared: Pharmacy missing a trick with pre-exposure prophylaxis?

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a key tool in meeting the Government’s aim of eliminating new cases of HIV by 2030 – so why isn’t it available via community pharmacy?

18 Jan 2024

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Why wait to offer a contraception service?

The news of a Pharmacy First scheme in England is exciting but it is important to remember that as far as contraception is concerned, a supply route already exists, says Anna Maxwell, chief executive of Maxwellia

19 Jun 2023

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Let's get it on

Sexual wellness and mental health are often intrinsically interlinked. TM explore the connection between the two as well as how pharmacy teams can best advise customers to get the best out of sex

09 Feb 2023

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Contraception access expands

As the NHS Community Pharmacy Contraception Service prepares for national rollout in England, what lessons have been learnt from the pilot and what’s coming next?

16 Jan 2023

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Let's talk about sex

Last year’s POM to P switch of the mini pill highlighted the important role pharmacies play in supporting the nation’s sexual health.

14 Feb 2022

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Widening access to contraception in pharmacy

The pandemic has made it more challenging for women to access contraceptive services.

20 Jan 2022

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Learning update: Consultations around sexual health

Dealing with sexual health issues in pharmacy need not be embarrassing if handled sensitively.

20 Jan 2022

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Desogestrel: a concise guide

Use this summary and signposting to support your understanding of the POM to P switch of the oral contraceptive desogestrel.

04 Oct 2021

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The pill switch gives women more choice

There are high hopes that the switch will both benefit women and present a significant opportunity for the sector.

20 Aug 2021

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Interview: Ten Minutes With... Rob Elliott of Viatris

We interview Rob Elliott, healthcare marketing director at Viatris, about erection problems, Viagra Connect and how pharmacists can help.

26 Jan 2021

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Analysis: Improving access to contraception

Calls to reclassify oral contraceptives in order to increase accessibility and reduce unintended pregnancies are getting louder.

19 Jan 2021

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