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Skin and nail

Promoting good foot and leg health in the pharmacy.

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Advising on sensitive skin solutions

Use this module to learn how to help customers relieve and protect their sensitive skin with skin care solutions and self-care advice.

17 Jun 2026

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Common foot and leg conditions: diagnosis and management

From cramps and restless legs to verrucas and athlete’s foot, pharmacy teams can help support patients with practical advice, effective treatments and timely referrals for common leg and foot conditions.

05 Jun 2026

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Advising on acne

Help customers with acne build the ideal ‘cleanse, treat, moisturise and protect’ routine to help reduce breakouts and care for their skin

10 Apr 2026

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Wound care: management

Rod Tucker describes the most common causes of wounds and scars and how they should be managed

08 Apr 2026

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Acne vulgaris: pathogenesis and treatment

One of the most common skin conditions in the UK, Rod Tucker outlines the pathogenesis of acne, details the treatment options in pharmacy and busts some myths.

12 Mar 2026

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Plaque psoriasis: Getting the best results for patients

Patients with skin conditions often struggle to manage their symptoms. Rod Tucker explores how pharmacists can help them get optimal results from their treatments, in particular for plaque psoriasis.

23 Sep 2025

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Category update: Feet first

Help customers step into summer free from foot problems with our seasonal guide to common complaints.

11 Aug 2025

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Concise guide: Acting on diabetic leg ulcers

This short learning article explores how to recognise a diabetic leg ulcer, outlines the signs and symptoms, and offers practical guidance for pharmacists on when and how to intervene.

11 Aug 2025

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The principles of effective sun protection

Most people are familiar with term sun protection factor – SPF – yet it is often misunderstood and misinterpreted. Using case studies, here is some practical advice for pharmacists to pass on to patients about sun safety.

09 Jun 2025

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Supporting customers with chronic idiopathic urticaria

Understand what chronic idiopathic urticaria is, its potential impact on sufferers, and what you can recommend to help

20 May 2025

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Clinical update: Understanding damaged skin

This article provides an overview of wounds, burns and scars, and discusses how each of these injuries can be managed to minimise potential damage to the skin.

23 Apr 2025

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Prescribing dilemmas: skin problems

There are a range of factors that pharmacist independent prescribers need to consider beyond the clinical problems that present. Using two scenarios concerning dermatological conditions, Rod Tucker outlines what these might include.

21 Apr 2025

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