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Gastrointestinal

Tackle tummy issues from heartburn to IBS.

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Gastrointestinal

10-minute clinic: irritable bowel syndrome

This handy 10-minute clinic is designed to act as a quick reference guide that will help you when advising customers suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

30 Jul 2020 , 1 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Something serious?

It's not easy for everyone to admit to bowel health problems, but some are more serious than others and early advice from the pharmacy team could prove to be lifesaving.

29 Jun 2020 , 6 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Inflammatory bowel disease

This CPD module provides an overview of IBD and the different types, treatment pathways and support available.

15 Apr 2020 , 4 Min Module

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Gastrointestinal

Treating acid reflux and heartburn in the pharmacy

Understand how omeprazole 20mg works to treat heartburn and acid reflux symptoms

27 Mar 2020 , 2 Min Module

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Gastrointestinal

Push the bloat out

Digestive issues are common and while they can be uncomfortable, many are easily treated using self care and OTC remedies.

20 Dec 2019 , 5 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Gut feelings for digestive health

Common conditions and red flags for digestive issues in review

21 Nov 2019 , 3 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Lower gastrointestinal health

The gastrointestinal tract is suceptible to a variety of conditions, pharmacy teams can be on hand to support customers suffering.

27 Aug 2019 , 15 Min Module

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Gastrointestinal

Conversations about Crohn's

Inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s are invisible disabilities that can negatively impact many sufferers’ lives. 

24 Jun 2019 , 4 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Tummy talk

Coeliac disease and IBS often go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, leading to continuous discomfort and other issues.

19 Jun 2019 , 5 Min Article

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Pain relief

Scenario: Painful toilet visits

Kim O’Connell has asked for a quiet word with pharmacist Parveen and tells her it really hurts when she goes to the toilet...

23 Apr 2019 , 1 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Common Ailments Library: Indigestion

Common Ailment Library: Indigestion - This short module can be used as a quick reference guide to help give advice to patients on the causes, symptoms and treatment 

07 Jan 2019 , 5 Min Module

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Gastrointestinal

Common Ailments Library: Heartburn

Common Ailment Library: Heartburn - This short module can be used as a quick reference guide to help give advice to patients on the causes, symptoms and treatment 

07 Jan 2019 , 900 Min Module

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Gastrointestinal

Burning questions

There are solutions to manage and prevent gut complaints, seeking advice early gives the best chance of successful treatment.

17 Dec 2018 , 5 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

IBS: Spell it out

One-third of patients don’t believe healthcare professionals take irritable bowel syndrome seriously enough, so the need for better communication between care providers and sufferers is clear

26 Sep 2018 , 6 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Boost your microscopic squatters

Pre- and probiotics are a hot topic, but do they have a positive effect on the body or are their benefits more style over substance?

24 Sep 2018 , 3 Min Article

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Gastrointestinal

Tumultuous times

It’s important for pharmacy teams to ensure that their knowledge of bowel conditions is up to date and to know when to refer customers to a GP for advice.

10 Jul 2018 , 5 Min Article

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