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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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A stitch up

Scarring is in fact a miraculous performance by the body to self-heal. Scars can be, however, painful, itchy or damage one’s self-esteem. Training Matters explores how pharmacy teams can support their customers

07 Oct 2025 , 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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Practice update: Scarred for life?

Wound healing is a complex process, so it is important to manage the wound correctly and use the right dressings to provide optimal healing conditions.

10 May 2022 , 5 Min Article

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Scar management

Prompt attention to wounds and injuries can mitigate the effects of scars. Here's what pharmacy teams can do to help, as well as how to advise customers on creating their own essential first aid kit.

23 Apr 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Accidents will happen...

There has been an accident involving a car and a motorcycle not far from your pharmacy. You are expected to go and help – but do you have the necessary skills?

12 Mar 2021 , 4 Min Article

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Venous leg ulcers: A silent crisis?

Described as ‘a silent crisis’ in a recent report published by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Vascular and Venous Disease (VVAPPG), venous leg ulcers impose a heavy burden on both sufferers and the healthcare system as a whole.

21 Feb 2020 , 5 Min Article

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