Learning | Antimicrobial resistance and stewardship

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How to evaluate the clinical appropriateness of an antimicrobial

Clinically reviewing the choice of antimicrobial for individual patients is an effective way for pharmacists to contribute to the fight against antimicrobial resistance.…

Published: 4 August 2021

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Managing fever in children

This learning resource outlines guideline-based recommendations for the management of children and young people with fever, including the appropriate use of over-the-counter analgesics, to support effective pharmacy consultations.…

Published: 27 November 2020

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Oral candidiasis: causes, types and treatment

Pharmacists and pharmacy teams should be able to recognise oral thrush, a common yeast infection, and provide appropriate treatment advice to resolve infections.…

Published: 3 November 2020

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Differential diagnosis: cold, flu or COVID-19?

An overview of the main differences between the symptoms for colds, flu and COVID-19, to enable pharmacy teams to advise patients effectively on their management, including treatment and/or referral.…

Published: 24 September 2020

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Case-based learning: impetigo

Pharmacists need to identify and manage impetigo effectively to help prevent its spread. …

Published: 15 September 2020

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Community management of pneumonia and suspected COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of understanding the differences between viral and bacterial pneumonia, and how adult patients can be managed as they recover at home.…

Published: 19 May 2020

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Reconsidering community pharmacy’s role in cold and flu

Outlining the vital role of each member of the pharmacy team and highlighting best practice when patients present with cold and flu ensures a consistent, high standard of care is available across pharmacy.…

Published: 27 September 2019

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Antibiotic treatment of Mycoplasma genitalium infection

An overview of the 2018 guideline for management of this sexually transmitted infection in men and women.…

Published: 7 August 2019

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Aspergillosis: causes, types and treatment

Aspergillus-related disease is rare, but results in high mortality rates. The limited treatment options and emerging antifungal drug resistance mean that accurate diagnosis and management is paramount.…

Published: 24 July 2019

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How to improve antifungal stewardship

Selecting appropriate antifungal therapies and performing ongoing reviews of these therapies can help support antifungal stewardship efforts and help reduce antifungal resistance.…

Published: 19 July 2019