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In with the new

This time of year can feel daunting for customers as they reflect on the past 12 months and look forward to what’s to come, all while dealing with freezing temperatures and little sunlight.

12 Dec 2025 , 1 Min Article

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The sky's the limit

We catch up with Abigail Wattleworth, two-time RoE finalist. She speaks about how winning gave her the confidence to pursue the next step in her pharmacy journey.

12 Dec 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Wake-up call

As sleep problems surge and stress levels climb, understanding when to advise, when to screen, and when to refer can transform outcomes for customers.

11 Dec 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Counter Conversations: Body language

Part 11 of this short video series focusing on the pharmacy team's soft skills set looks at the impact your body language can have when communicating in the pharmacy.

14 Nov 2025 , 5 Min Article

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Going viral

With the 2025/26 winter season set to bring a severe rise in respiratory illnesses, pharmacy teams are likely to be busier than ever supporting customers with coughs, colds and flu.

14 Nov 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Cut to the gut

This December, the pharmacy team can get involved in Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week by getting clued up on symptoms, knowing when to refer and supporting customers with OTC medication and advice.

12 Nov 2025 , 1 Min Article

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An influx of reflux

Despite indigestion and heartburn being extremely uncomfortable, they usually don’t indicate anything serious and can be easily treated in the pharmacy. There are, however, some red flags to look out for.

12 Nov 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Giving in abundance

From being a hairdresser one day to a healthcare adviser the next, Rachel Smith took a chance at a new career. Both her and the community are now reaping the rewards.

11 Nov 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Coming up cold

Cold weather is not just uncomfortable. It can be life-threatening, particularly for those with underlying conditions, facing financial difficulty or trapped indoors by the cold.

11 Nov 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Age is just a number

You’re only as old as you feel, as the saying goes. And with the right lifestyle choices, customers can influence what that age is – to a certain extent. We explore how customers can age healthily.

11 Nov 2025 , 1 Min Article

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National Self Care Week

This National Self Care Week, pharmacy teams have the perfect opportunity to empower customers to take their health into their own hands.

07 Nov 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Counter Conversations: Giving and receiving feedback

Part 10 of this short video series focusing on the pharmacy team's soft skills set looks at how to approach sensitive health topics with patients and customers.

04 Nov 2025 , 8 Min Article

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Category Insight: Stopping smoking

Understanding the psychological and physical impacts of smoking to better help your customers on their quitting journey with Debbie Robson, reader in tobacco harm reduction at King's College London and ASH board member.

23 Oct 2025 , 20 Min Article

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Community comes first

Whether she is ordering medicines, contacting the surgery to find substitutes or dropping off prescriptions, serving customers of her hometown community gives Lucy Mills purpose each day.

07 Oct 2025 , 1 Min Article

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