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From ear infections to hearing loss, customers can experience multiple problems when it comes to their ears. Training Matters explores how to spot such conditions early and the appropriate OTC treatment to recommend.
06 Jun 2025
Much of the time, a customer’s headache can easily be cured with OTC medicine or some self care advice. However, headache and migraine can cause extreme discomfort and in some cases may require a closer look.
14 May 2025
Conditions like psoriasis and hair loss can hugely impact customers’ wellbeing. Pharmacy teams have a crucial role to play in managing the physical and emotional consequences.
There are a variety of eye problems that have accessible OTC or self care solutions, but knowing how to differentiate between them is crucial.
A healthy smile starts with good everyday habits, and community pharmacy teams are perfectly placed to offer valuable advice and support when common oral care issues arise.
13 May 2025
It is always a good idea for customers to be aware of their health and wellbeing, which many health monitoring apps, devices and wearables support. However, pharmacy teams need to ensure their safe and appropriate use.
16 Apr 2025
While many women are lucky enough to experience uncomplicated periods, others struggle with severe pain and other symptoms which can indicate more serious issues.
15 Apr 2025
As spring finally rolls around in the UK, many customers will be preparing to deal with hayfever symptoms again, which means the pharmacy team need to be well-stocked with products and self care advice.
The feet perform the amazing task of getting us from A to B daily, but often little thought is given to their health. That is, until they suffer an injury or develop a condition – this is where the pharmacy team can help.
09 Apr 2025
Oral health is a crucial aspect of overall health. Everything we consume comes firstly through the mouth – food, water, oxygen and, most of the time, medicine – so maintaining healthy teeth and gums is very important. If neglected, poor oral hygiene can lead to extreme pain, serious conditions and even tooth extractions.
12 Mar 2025
Pregnancy and the newborn phase can be a beautiful time for expecting parents, but it can be stressful navigating a whole new world. Luckily, the pharmacy can provide plenty of advice.
With services like blood pressure screening and personalised OTC and lifestyle advice, Training Matters explores how pharmacy teams are key to supporting heart health in their communities.
The guidelines haven’t changed; people should be getting all the nutrients they need from their diet. But how realistic is that? Busy customers will look to supplements to fill the gaps in their diet, and pharmacy teams need to be ready to help.
Hayfever affects a large proportion of the population, mainly from March to September. As the condition is managed mainly with over-the-counter medicines and self care, the pharmacy is the first place customers will come to for advice.
17 Feb 2025
Getting to grips with what causes specific types of pain is key to optimising treatment options for customers.
14 Feb 2025
Pharmacy teams are ideally placed to advise customers about their sexual health concerns and the resources available to them.
