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Skin conditions

Deal with dermalogical care in the pharmacy.

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Treatment for acne and rosacea

Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians.

16 Apr 2025 , 10 Min Module

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Providing soothing care for baby skin

Understand the unique needs of sensitive baby skin and the role oat-based emollients can play in providing soothing care

03 Apr 2025 , 5 Min Module

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On the outside

Skin takes the brunt of the cold in winter, and most of the time, it puts up a strong defence. However, there are various conditions that can flare up and require more attention than usual during the colder months.

03 Oct 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Shingles (updated)

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.

02 Oct 2024 , 10 Min Module

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New dermatology courses for community pharmacists

Each of the six courses includes case studies and skin examination advice.

23 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Impetigo, infected insect bites and stings

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.

19 Jun 2024 , 10 Min Module

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Passive vaping increases eczema risk in children

Researchers in the US are warning that parental vaping exacerbates atopic dermatitis in children.

10 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article

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We all bear scars

Scars are marks on the skin after a wound or injury has healed. Most people are bound to wind up with a few scars, but some are more serious and require care and attention.

20 May 2024 , 1 Min Article

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A deep dive into the dermis

When it comes to the skin, there is more than meets the eye – literally. Only the first layer of the skin is visible, which in combination with two other layers, works constantly to protect and insulate the body.

24 Apr 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Test your recommendation skills

Learn how to tailor your skincare recommendations and advice based on customers’ individual needs and concerns

01 Mar 2024 , 8 Min Module

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Dry skin and eczema

Atopic eczema cannot be cured, but there are ways in which people can keep their problematic skin under control. Pharmacy teams can be on hand to discuss the many management and treatment options available and offer them reassuring support.

05 Oct 2023 , 15 Min Module

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Q&A: Actinic keratoses

Nearly a quarter of the UK population aged 60 years and over have actinic keratoses, according to NICE – but what are they? Are they cancerous and how should they be treated?

18 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Unusual skin conditions

Community pharmacists have plenty of experience diagnosing and offering treatment advice for common dermatological disorders such as eczema and acne – but what about some of the more unusual skin conditions that may be seen less frequently?

13 Sep 2023 , 8 Min Article

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Don't cell out on skin maintenance

As the skin is one of our most vital organs, keeping it healthy is extremely important.

11 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Identifying unusual skin conditions

Pharmacy teams are well practised in diagnosing and offering treatment advice for dermatological disorders such as eczema and acne – but what about the more unusual skin conditions that may be seen on very rare occasions?

20 Mar 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Keep your skin up

The body’s largest organ holds us all together, but what happens when the skin itself gets damaged?

14 Mar 2023 , 1 Min Article

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