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In depth: research reveals alarming shift in attitudes to self-care

Young people are far more likely to seek a GP appointment for common health conditions than older individuals, according to PAGB’s Self-Care Census Report 2025. So where does that leave pharmacy?

06 Aug 2025

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PDA blasts Society over P meds self-selection about-turn

Association says RPS's new stance on ‘facilitated self-selection’ of P medicines risks patient safety.

24 Jul 2025

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Exclusive: Public increasingly confident using OTCs turn away from pharmacy?

Fewer consumers are seeking advice and treatment from pharmacists as a first step, according to a new report from PAGB.

23 Jul 2024

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Industry body calls on Government to prioritise self-care to benefit NHS

PAGB shares six key actions for ministers to prioritise in first 100 days.

22 Jul 2024

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It's cold and flu season

Pharmacy staff have a vital role to play in encouraging vaccination uptake and protecting customers general health this winter.

10 Nov 2021

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Supporting customers with colds and flu

Discover how pharmacy teams can support patients suffering from colds and flu with this learning module.

14 Oct 2021

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Self care: a future beyond OTC medicines?

Find out why community pharmacy should be at the forefront of the emerging self care revolution.

23 Jun 2020

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Straight talking

There are plenty of ways to avoid and ease musculoskeletal pain, and community pharmacy can help.

26 May 2020

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Making self care a policy priority

There is still some way to go before self care is established as a policy priority and included in healthcare frameworks.

19 Mar 2020

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The common cold

On average, adults experience two or three colds a year, so it's important that pharmacy staff know how to advise customers.

15 Nov 2019

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