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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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CPD module: mental health

Our latest CPD module reviews the extent and management of common mental health problems.

13 Jan 2020

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Medication madness?

Pharmacists should play a lead role in reducing the harmful effects of opioid use linked to chronic pain.

20 Aug 2021

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Managing pain in palliative care

This CPD module focuses on managing pain in palliative care.

13 Mar 2015

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Clinical update on glaucoma

This module looks at the causes of glaucoma and identifies those who are at higher risk of developing the condition.

16 Jun 2023

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Do men and women use different biological systems to reduce pain?

Females are more likely to become addicted to opioids because they are biologically less responsive to them, research suggests.

25 Nov 2024

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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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Boots partners with Oxford Uni on clinical trial recruitment study

Durham branch to recruit UTI patients to AMR study

03 Dec 2025

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Children's pain and fever

This Professional Assistant: Learn and Advise module focuses on children's pain and fever.

12 Aug 2016

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Muscle and joint pain

Think you're up to speed on strains and sprains? Our latest module aims to boost your confidence when recommending OTC treatments and further advice for muscle and joint pain.

15 Mar 2023

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Skincare

This team training module focuses on skincare.

17 Mar 2017

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