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Is head lice resistance rearing its head again?

Thanks to their mode of action, physical insecticides have been considered ‘resistance proof’ when it comes to treating head lice – but now evidence is emerging to suggest this may not be the case.

13 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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New therapies in type 2 diabetes: part two

In her previous article, Samina Ali, a diabetes care specialist pharmacist, considered the role of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists in type 2 diabetes. Here she concludes this short series on new therapies by looking at the role of sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i)

13 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Psychedelics for mental health: the acid test

The prospect of treating psychiatric conditions with long-derided drugs such as psilocybin and LSD is attracting plenty of headlines – but how much is hyperbole and how would the NHS implement psychedelic-based treatments anyway?

13 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Smoke and mirrors

The Government have set an ambitious smokefree target by 2030 but recent statistics indicate they are not on track to reach this goal. Here's how pharmacy can help encourage patients to give up smoking

13 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Let’s get started

Helping overweight and obese customers to lose weight can change and save lives. Here's how pharmacy can help individuals make small lifestyle changes that are safe and sustainable

13 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Blepharitis

This pharmacy scenario aims to help your understanding of blepharitis

13 Sep 2023 , 5 Min Module

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Footcare

Foot problems are common, but there are self care tips and OTC products that pharmacy teams can recommend to ease pain, provide relief and make life more comfortable for their customers.

13 Sep 2023 , 15 Min Module

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Unusual skin conditions

Community pharmacists have plenty of experience diagnosing and offering treatment advice for common dermatological disorders such as eczema and acne – but what about some of the more unusual skin conditions that may be seen less frequently?

13 Sep 2023 , 8 Min Article

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Managing pain and fever in children

This single-page module will help keep you up to date on how to manage pain and fever in children.

22 Aug 2023 , 8 Min Module

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Study finds GORD leads to poor sleep quality

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease impairs sleep quality, a new US study shows.

21 Aug 2023 , 2 Min Article

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New therapies in type 2 diabetes

Following our two-part feature on supporting adults with type 1 diabetes, we turn the spotlight on new therapies for type 2 diabetes. Samina Ali, a diabetes care specialist pharmacist, starts this new series by considering glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists

16 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Using topical painkillers for targeted relief

The OTC topicals fixture offers a wide range of options, with hot, cold and NSAID products, and includes both licensed OTC medicines and drug-free options.

16 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Do opiates increase the risk of cancer?

Opioid prescribing is declining– yet 5.4 million people in England received these drugs during 2020/21.1 There’s clearly still a long way to go as concerns grow about possible cancer risk associated with long-term use.

16 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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What a pain! Tackling muscle and joint issues

Cases of musculoskeletal conditions in the UK continue to rise, what advice pharmacy teams can offer to those suffering?

11 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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