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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 , 1 Min Article

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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 , 15 Min Module

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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 , 1 Min Article

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Oral pain

Oral health is vital to overall wellbeing, allowing us to eat, swallow, breathe, speak and socialise. Without good oral hygiene, bacteria can travel into the body causing all sorts of issues, not to mention pain and discomfort.

12 Feb 2026 , 15 Min Module

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Handle with care

From pregnancy to the early months of a baby’s life, parenthood comes with a host of challenges. We find out how pharmacy teams can help.

12 Feb 2026 , 1 Min Article

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We need to talk

Pharmacy teams can play a huge role in encouraging male customers to address symptoms that should not be ignored.

12 Feb 2026 , 1 Min Article

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Skin deep

There are a plethora of injuries pharmacy customers may ask for help with. Some may be easily attended to with OTC products, but others require more specialised knowledge.

12 Feb 2026 , 5 Min Article

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Mental health is wealth

Research shows that women are more likely than men to suffer from mental health problems. Training Matters finds out more about the conditions customers may be struggling with, and how you can help.

19 Jan 2026 , 1 Min Article

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The future is green

Sustainability is not unachievable in the pharmacy, especially with the help of a new guide that supports pharmacies to reduce their environmental impact.

19 Jan 2026 , 1 Min Article

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Exit strategy

From constipation and diarrhoea to bloating, abdominal pain and red flag symptoms, lower GI issues are a daily part of community pharmacy practice.

15 Jan 2026 , 1 Min Article

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Cold snap

Pharmacy teams will notice an influx of customers with skin-related concerns as the temperature drops. Luckily, there are plenty of remedies and self care advice to recommend.

15 Dec 2025 , 1 Min Article

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Upper GI health

Knowing which organ or area of the upper gastrointestinal tract is causing certain symptoms is crucial to finding an effective solution for customers, especially since symptoms can be painful and uncomfortable.

12 Dec 2025 , 15 Min Module

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