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Population health

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Seriously lacking

Nutrition levels in the UK are dangerously low, and the latest research reinforces that dietary habits need to change.

13 Nov 2024 , 1 Min Article

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A frightening health forecast

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

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A serious assist

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

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Head in the game

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

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Don't feel the burn

Burnout is a growing issue in busy workplaces and frazzled homes, but pharmacy advice can tackle the flames.

20 May 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Syphilis spirals

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

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Rethinking ‘self care’

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

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AI on the horizon

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

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Infestation of the nation

Bedbugs have hit the headlines recently, with fears that infestations in Paris have made it to London…

13 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Hard to swallow

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

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Blood is thicker than water

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

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Monitoring maternal mortality

As the world of medicine advances, why is the UK’s maternal mortality rate rising?

10 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Addressing AMR

As WHO publishes its first AMR research agenda, and a UN report lays bare the threat of superbugs, what role can pharmacy play in AMR protection?

13 Jul 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Facing (exhaust)ion

A 2023 report has identified some of the greatest environmental threats to health in the UK.

14 Jun 2023 , 1 Min Article

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