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Learning, 17 Sep 2024 Training Matters , 10 Min Module
Learning, 17 Sep 2024 Training Matters , 15 Min Module
Learning, 17 Sep 2024 Training Matters , 10 Min Module
Conditions, 17 Sep 2024 Training Matters , 1 Min Article
Conditions, 17 Sep 2024 Training Matters , 1 Min Article
Conditions, 17 Sep 2024 Training Matters , 1 Min Article
A 2024 report has brought to light the existing and projected health inequalities prevalent in England. It urges Government action while noting the importance primary care will play in bringing about equilibrium.
19 Aug 2024 , 1 Min Article
With Scotland, Jersey and the Isle of Man moving forward with legal changes to their assisted dying laws, what might this mean for the rest of the UK? Training Matters investigates
18 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
There are over 120 different types of brain tumour, the direct causes of which are still not clear. Research and progress for this type of cancer are painfully behind, but steps forward are slowly being made.
18 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article
Burnout is a growing issue in busy workplaces and frazzled homes, but pharmacy advice can tackle the flames.
20 May 2024 , 1 Min Article
UK sexual health experts are warning Brits against increasing rates of syphilis infections, and why they serve as a ‘wake up call’ to the state of sexual health services.
24 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article
From breast checks to bowel screening, there’s so much more to self care than candles and bubble baths.
25 Mar 2024 , 1 Min Article
From the NHS AI Lab to a tool that can grade the severity of rare cancer, artificial intelligence is playing an increasing role in healthcare – but what are the benefits and risks?
07 Dec 2023 , 1 Min Article
Bedbugs have hit the headlines recently, with fears that infestations in Paris have made it to London…
13 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
New statistics show that excessive alcohol consumption is still a problem for many people, so what can community pharmacy teams do to help them recognise and moderate their intake?
05 Oct 2023 , 1 Min Article
A new BMJ study has raised eyebrows as it marks the first-time human blood cells have been used to test period products.
13 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article
As the world of medicine advances, why is the UK’s maternal mortality rate rising?
10 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article
After working as the lead dispenser in her pharmacy for almost two decades, Jenny Banks was prompted to take on the store manager position after staff changes and is embracing every aspect of the new role.
Jordan Back is committed to supporting customers through their journey to quit smoking, and his dedication has most definitely paid off!
Roslyn Williams is all about providing services and strives to make her community aware of all the help the pharmacy can offer.
Farhaan Musaji could not feel more committed to his role in the pharmacy, in every way.
Teodora Stoica has only been at her current pharmacy for just over a year, but through her hardworking and attentive nature, she has already made an impact on the community
In her close-knit community in Bristol, Ella Walker spends her days carefully attending to pharmacy patients, whatever their needs may be.
Manager? Adviser? Caregiver? All of the above? TM talks to Jessica Gapper about how she juggles her many responsibilities as an ACT and store manager.
Job posting warned of deductions for 'incomplete Pharmacy First referrals'.
After a decision to change careers, Ana Pazeiro has found her role in pharmacy most fulfilling.
Full details on the NHSE and CPE websites. Support package for contractors to be announced soon.
Pharmacy manager, Katie Laver, was thrown in the deep end early on in her pharmacy career after being promoted four months in.
Since she first started at Boots as a customer advisor, Emily Cassidy knew pharmacy was where she belonged.
After working as the lead dispenser in her pharmacy for almost two decades, Jenny Banks was prompted to take on the store manager position after staff changes and is embracing every aspect of the new role.
Jordan Back is committed to supporting customers through their journey to quit smoking, and his dedication has most definitely paid off!
Roslyn Williams is all about providing services and strives to make her community aware of all the help the pharmacy can offer.
Farhaan Musaji could not feel more committed to his role in the pharmacy, in every way.
Teodora Stoica has only been at her current pharmacy for just over a year, but through her hardworking and attentive nature, she has already made an impact on the community
In her close-knit community in Bristol, Ella Walker spends her days carefully attending to pharmacy patients, whatever their needs may be.
Manager? Adviser? Caregiver? All of the above? TM talks to Jessica Gapper about how she juggles her many responsibilities as an ACT and store manager.
Job posting warned of deductions for 'incomplete Pharmacy First referrals'.
After a decision to change careers, Ana Pazeiro has found her role in pharmacy most fulfilling.
Full details on the NHSE and CPE websites. Support package for contractors to be announced soon.
Pharmacy manager, Katie Laver, was thrown in the deep end early on in her pharmacy career after being promoted four months in.
Since she first started at Boots as a customer advisor, Emily Cassidy knew pharmacy was where she belonged.
There are a whole host of health campaigns for the pharmacy to get involved with this September, but we have highlighted the blood pressure awareness campaign, Know Your Numbers! Week, and World Suicide Prevention Day for you this month.
This interactive video will test and reinforce your knowledge so you can confidently advise parents on common childhood illnesses, such as teething, earache, coughs and colds.
20 Sep 2024 , 10 Min Module
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.
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
The sixth module in our Pharmacy First series looks at how pharmacy teams can help patients navigate the impetigo service, as well as offering OTC advice and support for those who are ineligible.
17 Sep 2024 , 10 Min Module
The sixth module in the series looking at managing common skin conditions.
17 Sep 2024 , 10 Min Module
Be confident in your conversations on women’s intimate health so you can support and empower your customers
12 Sep 2024 , 10 Min Module
Sore throats are common in children. Parents and caregivers may ask for help interpreting their child’s symptoms and choosing a suitable treatment option.
14 Jun 2024 , 5 Min Module
Refresh your knowledge on different types of cough and how customers might describe them.
02 Sep 2024 , 10 Min Module
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This short video offers practical information to offer parents and carers with babies with very dry, itchy skin who may also be prone to eczema
25 Aug 2024 , 5 Min Module
Many women and people with periods struggle to afford period products when menstruating. Here's how you could help them.
19 Aug 2024 , 1 Min Module
The fifth module in our Pharmacy First service series looks at how pharmacy teams can help patients navigate the infected insect bites service, as well as offering OTC advice and support for those who are ineligible.
19 Aug 2024 , 10 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
Having a parasite can sound like an unusual or tropical ailment, but they can affect anyone, anywhere, and need prompt treatment to stop them spreading.
17 Sep 2024 , 1 Min Article
Everyone knows the feeling of desperately needing to use the bathroom, and the relief that comes when the wait is over. However, for some people, the wait ends before it should, causing stress, worry and embarrassment.
17 Sep 2024 , 1 Min Article
Children and young people are suffering through an obesity crisis, with UK statistics showing worrying upward trends for the future.
19 Aug 2024 , 1 Min Article
Most people will have no doubt heard of IBS and IBD, and some may even know the symptoms associated with these conditions. But what exactly are they? What causes them? And how can they be treated?
19 Aug 2024 , 1 Min Article
From airborne to skin allergens, and food to medication, there’s a whole host of things that can cause people to have an allergic reaction – and pharmacy staff can be a useful source of advice on how to prevent and manage allergies.
19 Aug 2024 , 1 Min Article
Feet often get neglected until the sun comes out, but pharmacy teams can convince customers that a good footcare routine is important all year round.
18 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
Recommending a paracetamol or ibuprofen for someone with a headache is often the right solution, but pharmacy teams should be aware of the different types of headaches customers may be suffering from.
18 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
There are a couple of problems that may pose a threat to eye health and sight, but many of them can be treated in the pharmacy.
18 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article
Many of us take for granted the ability to hear, and it is only when this sense is affected that we realise just how much of our daily lives depend on our ear health.
19 Jun 2024 , 5 Min Article
It is important for pharmacy teams to be able to help or impart useful knowledge when it comes to common first aid concerns.
19 Jun 2024 , 10 Min Article
Whether customers are holidaying at home or abroad, pharmacy teams are on standby to give self care advice and OTC knowledge to help manage a whole range of summer ailments.
19 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article
