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An evidence-based overview of chronic plaque psoriasis, including its pathophysiology, clinical presentation, associated comorbidities and assessment of severity
30 Sep 2026
How to identify people at risk of falls, the factors that contribute to an increased risk of falls, including medicines, and how to support patients
28 Aug 2026
An update on current and future roles for community pharmacy teams in CVD prevention through effective lipid management.
26 Jun 2026
How to give culturally appropriate advice on diet and physical activity to people from different ethnic backgrounds when discussing weight management.
27 May 2026
How to recognise symptoms that may indicate fibroids or endometriosis when women present with severe menstrual or pelvic problems.
07 May 2026
The new NICE guidance on type 2 diabetes promotes early use of SGLT-2 inhibitors and includes advice on safe treatment initiation, ‘sick day rules’ and recognition of DKA.
09 Apr 2026
An overview of the recently updated NICE guideline on type 2 diabetes. Key changes to the overall treatment strategy and the role of pharmacy teams in individualising and optimising care for people living with type 2 diabetes – especially those who are newly diagnosed.
08 Apr 2026
How to deal with the various practical, ethical and legal considerations when supplying oral emergency contraception as part of the Pharmacy Contraception Service. The module also covers issues such as conscientious objection, informed consent, as well as safeguarding concerns, and provides examples of how pharmacists might address them.
16 Mar 2026
An evidence-based approach to assessing and managing conjunctivitis.
18 Feb 2026
The importance of practice research, and how community pharmacists and their teams can get involved with research activities.
20 Jan 2026
Learn how to help customers ease the discomfort of haemorrhoids with suitable recommendations and self-care advice
Understand the difference between indigestion, acid reflux and heartburn and the different ways to treat indigestion and help prevent symptom recurrence
Pain can be challenging to manage. Learn how Combogesic’s opioid-free, double-action formula can help tackle customers’ pain and inflammation fast.
Explore bite-sized videos, practical training modules and expert resources designed to help you deliver informed, empathetic advice. From self-care guidance and treatment options to conversation tips and product information, this hub brings together the tools you need to make every customer interaction count.
Explore expert-led resources from Venture Life to refresh your understanding, build confidence in patient conversations, and stay up to date with the latest approaches to self-care
Support customers with IBS and understand how Fybocalm can help relieve symptoms by addressing the root cause
Learn how to help customers ease the discomfort of haemorrhoids with suitable recommendations and self-care advice
Understand the difference between indigestion, acid reflux and heartburn and the different ways to treat indigestion and help prevent symptom recurrence
Pain can be challenging to manage. Learn how Combogesic’s opioid-free, double-action formula can help tackle customers’ pain and inflammation fast.
Explore bite-sized videos, practical training modules and expert resources designed to help you deliver informed, empathetic advice. From self-care guidance and treatment options to conversation tips and product information, this hub brings together the tools you need to make every customer interaction count.
Explore expert-led resources from Venture Life to refresh your understanding, build confidence in patient conversations, and stay up to date with the latest approaches to self-care
Support customers with IBS and understand how Fybocalm can help relieve symptoms by addressing the root cause
Before the Editors pack their bags for this weekend's Pharmacy Show, they kick the tyres of the latest pharmacy workforce report, welcome a new broom at Boots, lament the GPhC's continuing tardiness in clearing fitness to practise cases and celebrate the wonderful finalists in this year's Independent Pharmacy Awards. Plus cardiac screening by Puri Pharmacy at Southall FC. Back of the net!
The expansion of Pharmacy First in England is the big news this week. With details still thin on the ground, the Editors unpack what the prescribing pathways could look like and why this development could prove pivotal for community pharmacy. Also in this episode: polypharmacy, cholesterol testing and a pharmacy pushing the boundaries in Woking.
Catch up on our most read stories of the week so far before the bank holiday – in just two minutes.
The Editors discuss why some pharmacists are reluctant first-aiders, the devastating impact of rising numbers of pharmacy insolvencies, why the new service specification for England's hypertension service may be missing the bigger picture and one pharmacy's lease nightmare in Hillingdon.
Community pharmacy is moving from the sidelines to the heart of neighbourhood NHS care. Pharmacy Magazine's Richard Thomas talks to NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight leaders about how pharmacies in the region are influencing local decisions, improving access and successfully delivering care closer to home.
Drones, prescribing turf wars, concordats, pharmacy deserts and Mrs Montague's aspirin tablets – the Editors cover the ground in this week's episode.
Before the Editors pack their bags for this weekend's Pharmacy Show, they kick the tyres of the latest pharmacy workforce report, welcome a new broom at Boots, lament the GPhC's continuing tardiness in clearing fitness to practise cases and celebrate the wonderful finalists in this year's Independent Pharmacy Awards. Plus cardiac screening by Puri Pharmacy at Southall FC. Back of the net!
The expansion of Pharmacy First in England is the big news this week. With details still thin on the ground, the Editors unpack what the prescribing pathways could look like and why this development could prove pivotal for community pharmacy. Also in this episode: polypharmacy, cholesterol testing and a pharmacy pushing the boundaries in Woking.
Catch up on our most read stories of the week so far before the bank holiday – in just two minutes.
The Editors discuss why some pharmacists are reluctant first-aiders, the devastating impact of rising numbers of pharmacy insolvencies, why the new service specification for England's hypertension service may be missing the bigger picture and one pharmacy's lease nightmare in Hillingdon.
Community pharmacy is moving from the sidelines to the heart of neighbourhood NHS care. Pharmacy Magazine's Richard Thomas talks to NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight leaders about how pharmacies in the region are influencing local decisions, improving access and successfully delivering care closer to home.
Drones, prescribing turf wars, concordats, pharmacy deserts and Mrs Montague's aspirin tablets – the Editors cover the ground in this week's episode.
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Learn how to help customers ease the discomfort of haemorrhoids with suitable recommendations and self-care advice
19 Oct 2026
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Understand the difference between indigestion, acid reflux and heartburn and the different ways to treat indigestion and help prevent symptom recurrence
19 Oct 2026
Mark Greener reviews new ESC Congress findings on statins for primary cardiovascular prevention and dementia risk in older and diabetic patients, the cardiovascular toll of poor antihypertensive adherence, and Korean data linking chronic cough to a higher risk of pneumonia.
19 Oct 2026
Pharmacies are often a first point of contact for stress-related symptoms, making timely assessment, self-care advice and appropriate referral central to good patient support. By Ikwuoma Udeaja.
16 Oct 2026
Lice, bed bugs and scabies are common parasites that affect humans. Knowing how to distinguish between these common infestations and other causes of itching can help pharmacy teams provide appropriate advice and treatment, as Rod Tucker explains
14 Oct 2026
Community pharmacists can support safe, purposeful glucose monitoring by linking results to treatment review and patient-centred conversations. Nadia Malik provides a practical guide for pharmacy teams
07 Oct 2026
Social media influencers absolutely swear by it, but is apple cider vinegar really any good for weight loss? Rod Tucker considers the available evidence
06 Oct 2026
Training resources to refresh your sore throat category and product knowledge so you can provide the most appropriate advice for every customer
An evidence-based overview of chronic plaque psoriasis, including its pathophysiology, clinical presentation, associated comorbidities and assessment of severity
30 Sep 2026
Mark Greener reviews a new report that highlights the need to raise awareness of modifiable risk factors to protect brain health
17 Sep 2026
