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Croup: diagnosis and management

Croup is a common childhood illness that can usually be managed at home. Pharmacists can counsel worried parents on appropriate treatment and should also be aware of red-flag symptoms and referral pathways.…

Published: 13 August 2024

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Sepsis: diagnosis and management

How to manage suspected sepsis to minimise risk to patients while supporting efforts to improve antimicrobial stewardship.…

Published: 19 July 2024

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Test your knowledge of infectious diseases

Assess your knowledge of infectious disease topics, from flu to antimicrobial resistance, in this CPD and learning quiz.…

Published: 9 July 2024

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MRSA: diagnosis, screening and management

Appropriate antimicrobial therapy, following local policy and adhering to infection and prevention control guidance, can help to prevent the spread of MRSA bacteria.…

Published: 18 June 2024

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How to identify and manage prolonged acute and chronic cough in pre-school children

Pharmacists should be able to select the correct management approach to children presenting with cough, and identify when symptoms warrant further investigation.…

Published: 14 May 2024

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Genital herpes: diagnosis and treatment

Seven out of ten people will have contracted at least one type of herpes simplex virus by the age of 25 years. Pharmacists should be able to advise patients on the risk factors and transmission of the virus and know how the condition is managed.…

Published: 10 May 2024

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Respiratory syncytial virus in children

A common cause of respiratory tract infection in children, respiratory syncytial virus has similar features to other viral illnesses. Pharmacists therefore need to know how to recognise differential diagnoses and when it is appropriate to refer.…

Published: 5 March 2024

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How pharmacists can contribute to effective antimicrobial reviews

Best practice principles and practical advice for structuring antimicrobial reviews and effective stewardship practices.…

Published: 20 February 2024

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How to diagnose and manage Trichomonas vaginalis

Trichomonas vaginalis, also known as trichomoniasis, is a curable sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite, Trichomonas vaginalis. The majority of infected individuals are asymptomatic or have non-specific symptoms, making diagnosis difficult. Therefore, appropriate treatment a…

Published: 9 February 2024

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Rhinosinusitis: symptoms, diagnosis and management in community pharmacy

Pharmacists are likely to encounter patients concerned about nasal congestion, and should know when it is appropriate to treat and when to refer.…

Published: 12 January 2024