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Infant feeding

One of the most important considerations for new parents is infant feeding and choosing whether to breast or bottle feed.

06 Oct 2015

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Family planning & sexual health

This chapter looks at products and advice you can offer customers, whatever their family planning needs.

06 Oct 2015

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Herbal remedies

Herbal remedies have had a resurgence in recent years, with some people taking them alongside conventional treatments.

06 Oct 2015

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VMS

Pharmacy staff can play a valuable role in guiding customers to make the most appropriate supplementation choices.

05 Oct 2015

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Thrush and BV

Despite being common, thrush and BV can be embarrassing for customers, so tact and expertise are both important.

05 Oct 2015

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Bladder weakness

If not managed effectively, bladder weakness can have a serious impact on a person’s life, but it can often be easily controlled.

30 Sep 2015

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Cystitis

Cystitis affects around 40 per cent of women at some point in their lives and can be treated and prevented with correct advice.

30 Sep 2015

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Stop smoking

Pharmacy has a significant role to play in helping smokers kick the habit and reduce the harmful effects on their health.

30 Sep 2015

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Holiday healthcare

Make sure your customers are prepared for their holidays by advising them on the common problems they may come across.

29 Sep 2015

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Sleep and insomnia

A third of the population have sleep problems affecting their ability to function properly during the day. Here’s how you can help.

29 Sep 2015

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First aid

Customers will often come into the pharmacy looking for quick and appropriate help and advice about first aid.

28 Sep 2015

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Topical fungal infections

Topical fungal infections can be the cause of some skin and nail conditions and they can be easily treated with OTC products.

28 Sep 2015

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Dry skin

Dry skin usually occurs on the face, hands, arms and legs and can often be managed with simple self care tips.

25 Sep 2015

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Medicated skincare

Skin conditions such as acne and cold sores aren't usually serious but as they are visible on the face they can affect confidence.

25 Sep 2015

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Oral health

As well as going to the dentist regularly, many customers will come to the pharmacy for advice about oral health problems.

24 Sep 2015

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Child skincare

Many skin conditions can affect babies and children. Some can be treated easily with OTC products but others  -need further care.

24 Sep 2015

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