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Haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis: an overview

A summary of the different types of renal replacement therapy and the physiological implications of end-stage renal disease on medicines dosing and monitoring.…

Published: 25 March 2025

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Medication maths: calculations involving molecular weight

This article is part of a comprehensive series on pharmaceutical calculations in preparation for the General Pharmaceutical Council registration assessment. It provides guidance on how to tackle questions that involve calculations based on molecular weight, including a worked example of a sample exa…

Published: 24 March 2025

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Medication maths: dilutions

This article is part of a comprehensive series on pharmaceutical calculations in preparation for the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) registration assessment, providing guidance on how to tackle questions related to dilutions, including a worked example of a sample exam question.…

Published: 20 March 2025

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Case-based learning: nutrition and feeding considerations for hospitalised neonates

When neonates are faced with feeding constraints, it is important that pharmacists work effectively within the multidisciplinary team to improve decision-making and provide effective support for mothers and families.…

Published: 18 March 2025

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How to design and implement effective health education interventions in primary care pharmacy settings

Pharmacists working in primary care can utilise existing frameworks to guide the design and implementation of health education interventions.…

Published: 13 March 2025

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Test your knowledge of respiratory tract diseases

Respiratory tract conditions — such as lung cancer, COPD and pneumonia — account for 20% of all deaths. Here, test your knowledge of these common conditions and treatment options.…

Published: 11 March 2025

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The role of pharmacy in HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis

Pharmacists can play an important role in identifying and engaging with at risk individuals to promote PrEP awareness and uptake.…

Published: 7 March 2025

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Why patients might withhold information and what to do about it

The provision of effective care relies on accurate information; however, there may be times where patients feel unable to fully disclose details about their health. This article provides tips and advice on how pharmacists build trust in these situations.…

Published: 4 March 2025

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Tips for building an inclusive pharmacy workforce

The Inclusive Pharmacy Practice (IPP) initiative was created as a means of co-ordinating the pharmacy profession’s response to the ongoing need to improve inclusivity. This article outlines practical steps pharmacy teams can take to implement the IPP agenda within their workplace.…

Published: 27 February 2025

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Management of Parkinson’s disease

An overview of the symptomatic management of Parkinson’s disease.…

Published: 24 February 2025