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Can't stomach it?

Bladder and bowel conditions can make daily tasks inconvenient, whilst also being extremely painful and uncomfortable. Training Matters explores the different conditions pharmacy teams may come across.

13 Aug 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Flush on you

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

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Bladder weakness

More than three million people in the UK are estimated to experience urinary incontinence, making the advice and support available from the pharmacy crucial.

24 Apr 2024 , 15 Min Module

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Bothersome bladders

It’s time to talk about bladder issues. Find out how pharmacy teams can offer vital support to those who need it.

13 Jul 2023 , 1 Min Article

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First prescriptions for urinary incontinence in women

To help pharmacy technicians talk to women with first prescriptions for urinary incontinence.

15 May 2023 , 20 Min Module

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Bladder logic

Bladder weakness is as common as migraine or hayfever and affects about seven per cent of the population, yet it remains hard for people to discuss, and therefore treat appropriately.

16 Sep 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Focusing on women's health

Health problems don’t just affect women physically – they can have a huge mental health impact too.

17 Jan 2022 , 4 Min Article

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Understanding prostate cancer

Pharmacy teams should improve their knowledge of prostate cancer so they can best support their customers.

12 Oct 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Incontinence and self care

This CPD modules provides an update on incontinence and self care.

07 Oct 2021 , 15 Min Module

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Managing bladder weakness

Awareness and acceptance of bladder weakness has increased in recent years, but pharmacy staff need to be aware that many people suffer in silence.

01 Oct 2021 , 4 Min Article

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Keeping women well

There are many common women's health problems that can benefit from fast intervention, and pharmacy teams can help.

12 Jan 2021 , 5 Min Article

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Talking pregnancy in the pharmacy

Preparing for the arrival of a baby can be stressful, but pharmacy teams can support parents get ready for B-Day and beyond.

12 Oct 2020 , 5 Min Article

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Supporting men's health

Men are less engaged with healthcare services than women, but pharmacy teams can ensure they don't suffer in silence.

12 Oct 2020 , 5 Min Article

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Managing bladder weakness

Many people with bladder weakness suffer in silence, but it is time to tackle the taboo. Find out how pharmacy can help.

10 Sep 2020 , 4 Min Article

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Tackling women's heart health

Women are twice as likely to die of a heart attack than men, but pharmacy teams can raise awareness of this and help to ensure women get support.

10 Aug 2020 , 6 Min Article

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Bladder weakness

Bladder weakness affects millions of people in the UK, but even though it is so common, it is a sensitive subject for many.

12 Jun 2020 , 15 Min Module

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