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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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Child health

Babies and young children are particularly prone to minor ailments but many can be treated with OTC products.

24 Sep 2015

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Allergy

One in four people suffer from an allergy at some point so you're likely to get lots of requests for advice and products.

24 Sep 2015

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Questions: open or closed?

This service excellence module focuses on using your professional judgement to know whether to ask open or closed questions, including scenario-based learning. 

23 Sep 2015

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Head lice

About three million people may be affected by head lice each year so it's a subject you are likely to be asked about quite often.

23 Sep 2015

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