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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

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Case-based learning: meningitis

Causes, diagnosis and initial management options for adults and children with meningitis.…

Published: 27 June 2019

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Advising patients about malaria risks and prevention

Pharmacists must be able to advise UK-based travellers to malaria-endemic areas on the precautions they can take to protect themselves against the disease.…

Published: 10 April 2019

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How to treat fungal nail effectively

Owing to the high recurrence rate of fungal nail infections, pharmacy professionals should be able to advise patients on effective treatment and preventative and appropriate self-care strategies to avoid re-infection.…

Published: 20 November 2018

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Thrush: detection and management in community pharmacy

Pharmacists can provide treatment and advice for this common yeast infection.…

Published: 21 August 2018

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