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Fibroids and endometriosis

Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians. Written in conjunction with the Pharmacy Magazine CPD series, it will mirror the magazine’s programme throughout the year. The series has been designed for you to use as part of your continuing professional development. Reflective exercises have been included to help you put your learning into practice.

12 May 2026

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Spotting the signs

Type 1 diabetes often goes undetected in children, but with the correct knowledge, pharmacy teams can help families spot the disease and get proper treatment, says Victoria Goldman.

12 May 2026

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’Tis the season

Hayfever was previously only impactful during certain times of the year, but thanks to climate change, it now affects more people, more often. Kerry Greenaway spoke to allergy experts about pollen, food and other allergies.

12 May 2026

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The problem with skin

Skin conditions can become all-encompassing without the right treatment. Training Matters explores how pharmacy teams can play a vital role in identifying concerns and helping customers to find solutions

12 May 2026

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Insomnia and stress

Sleep is a cornerstone of wellbeing, impacting our physical and psychological health. Compromised sleep quality may lead to short and long-term problems for customers. Luckily, there is plenty of advice for the pharmacy team to share.

11 May 2026

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Testing, testing

Some customers may want to monitor their health out of curiosity, whereas others may be struggling to see a GP. We explored the vast variety of home testing tools available

12 Mar 2026

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Hayfever

Hayfever can affect customers differently, with some people experiencing mild symptoms while others struggle significantly. Pharmacy teams can help with OTC solutions and self-care advice.

11 Mar 2026

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A new perspective

For many people, the go-to for treating chronic pain is an OTC analgesic. However, there are some more holistic practices that can help too.

11 Mar 2026

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Painting by numbers

The latest General Pharmaceutical Services report from NHS Digital puts the numbers into community pharmacy over 10 years

09 Jan 2020

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10-minute clinic: pain relief

This handy 10-minute clinic is designed to act as a quick reference guide that will help you when advising customers suffering from different types of pain.

10 Jul 2020

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CPD module: Headache and migraine

Charles Gladwin reviews the drug and medical device approaches to the management of headache and migraine

13 Jul 2017

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Getting your CPD in order

With continuing fitness to practise drawing ever closer, it is time to make sure your CPD is up to speed

25 Oct 2016

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Supermarket transactions reveal over a quarter bought pain relief with menstrual products

The study by Nottingham and Bristol universities looked at anonymised loyalty card data “from a major UK health and beauty retailer".

01 Jun 2026

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Managing pain and fever in children

This single-page module will help keep you up to date on how to manage pain and fever in children.

22 Aug 2023

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Getting your CPD in order

This CPD module provides an overview of how to get your CPD in order.

14 Oct 2016

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Clinical refresher: Recognising red and yellow flags in patients on opioids

Humanity has used opioids for millennia – Sumerian clay tablets from about 3000 BC mention the opium poppy. It’s telling that we are still trying to find the most effective way to use them, says Mark Greener.

16 Feb 2023

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Baby skincare

A baby's skin is delicate and can be easily damaged. With up to 70 to 84 nappy changes a week, it's important that parents use gentle products to clean their baby. Watch this two minute video, sponsored by Waterwipes, to find out more.

 

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No gain with pain

Many people believe that aches and pains are inevitable as we age, but this is not the case. Training Matters explores how simple changes and habits can positively impact joint and muscle health

25 Mar 2024

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