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Smoking cessation advice is one of the most vital services pharmacy teams can deliver. Smoking’s negative effect on health is far reaching, so educating and supporting customers to quit is essential.
11 Dec 2024 , 1 Min Article
Pain is a broad term – it can cover various physical and non-physical ailments, last five minutes or five years, and serve as an alert to other conditions.
Longer, darker days can worsen mental health for many people, but support and advice from pharmacy teams can help.
05 Dec 2024 , 1 Min Article
Covid-19 restrictions may be a thing of the past, but customers will continue to have concerns about symptom management, vaccines and long Covid.
15 Nov 2024 , 15 Min Module
Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians.
15 Nov 2024 , 10 Min Module
“Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise,” is a well-known quote, which research has proven to ring true. But how closely do pharmacy customers connect sleep with wellbeing?
14 Nov 2024 , 1 Min Article
The heart is well-known as an emblem of love, around which many a saying revolve, but it is foremost the vital organ responsible for pumping blood and oxygen around the body. If not looked after, the heart’s health can deteriorate and cause serious problems.
13 Nov 2024 , 1 Min Article
Diabetes is a chronic condition which requires constant vigilance, making the number of undiagnosed diabetics extremely concerning.
As the winter months begin, the pharmacy will undoubtedly see more customers looking for help with conditions like the flu, a cold or cough. Luckily, the pharmacy is also a place where a plethora of OTC remedies are available, and where customers can gain valuable self care advice from the pharmacy team.
03 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article
Living with lung conditions like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can make daily activities extremely difficult, with symptoms ranging from manageable, requiring the use of an inhaler, to severe, requiring sufferers to visit the hospital.
Skin takes the brunt of the cold in winter, and most of the time, it puts up a strong defence. However, there are various conditions that can flare up and require more attention than usual during the colder months.
Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians. Written in conjunction with the Pharmacy Magazine CPD series, it will mirror the magazine’s programme throughout the year. The series has been designed for you to use as part of your continuing professional development. Reflective exercises have been included to help you put your learning into practice.
02 Oct 2024 , 10 Min Module
Most people will have heard that smoking damages the lungs, but not everyone is aware of the numerous short and long-term negative impacts smoking has on health. The pharmacy team can play a vital role in educating customers on the risks of smoking and support their quitting journey.
02 Oct 2024 , 15 Min Module
17 Sep 2024 , 10 Min Module
It is not unusual for men to experience erectile dysfunction (ED). There are many factors, both physical and psychological and some people may just need to adjust certain aspects of their lifestyle. However, others may need OTC support and advice from the pharmacy.
17 Sep 2024 , 15 Min Module
Getting older and reaching retirement age can be exciting for many, presenting a time for people to slow down and enjoy the lives they have created. However, it also means being more susceptible to long-term health conditions.
17 Sep 2024 , 1 Min Article
