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GP reviews should include ECG for long-term users of antipsychotics, warns coroner

A coroner warned there is a lack of clear and consistent guidance that GP health checks should include electrocardiograms for patients on long-term antipsychotics.

15 Jul 2025

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Where do broken hearts go?

With services like blood pressure screening and personalised OTC and lifestyle advice, Training Matters explores how pharmacy teams are key to supporting heart health in their communities.

12 Mar 2025

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NICE says 400,000 people could benefit from new triglyceride drug

Vazkepa can reduce heart attack and stroke in individuals with residual risk despite statin treatment.

14 Jun 2022

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Man to man

Highlighting key areas of men's health pharmacy staff can support.

22 Mar 2022

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Category Insight: Heart Health

This month we discuss how pharmacy can protect the heart health of their communities.

28 Feb 2022

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Reducing cardiovascular risk

This module provides an overview of the current NICE guidelines for lipid modification in reducing cardiovascular risk.

11 Sep 2020

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Value of statins in the elderly confirmed

Starting statins reduces the risk of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality among people aged 75 years and older, a new study finds. 

17 Aug 2020

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NHS to trial anti-cholesterol jab in pioneering collaboration with Novartis

NHS will conduct trials of as yet unlicensed inclisiran in bid to cut deaths from heart disease.

15 Jan 2020

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Body Talk: the cardiovascular system

Part two of Body Talk considers the workings of the cardiovascular system.

17 Oct 2019

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Atrial fibrillation

This CPD module takes a look at atrial fibrillation, how to detect and manage the condition to prevent further health issues.

15 Aug 2019

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Cardiovascular disease

This CPD module focuses on cardiovascular disease (CVD) including its risk factors and available treatment options.

15 Oct 2015

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