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Insomnia disorder: management strategies

As sleep disturbances are common, understanding their management and how to best counsel and appropriately treat patients is essential.…

Published: 7 July 2020

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Insomnia disorder: diagnosis and prevention

Insomnia can have a profound impact on a patient; understanding its causes and how it can be prevented can have significant implications on their wellbeing.…

Published: 16 June 2020

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Managing dental emergencies in response to COVID-19

This learning resource provides a summary of self-care advice and important considerations that pharmacists and their teams can use to counsel patients on interim management for common dental emergencies during the COVID-19 pandemic.…

Published: 29 May 2020

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Case-based learning: anxiety disorders

There are many types of anxiety disorders with varying levels of severity. Pharmacists should know the treatment options that are available and how to support patients. …

Published: 1 May 2020

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Improving oral health: preventative care messages in community pharmacy

Dental caries, periodontal disease and oral cancer are health problems that can be prevented with the help of community pharmacists.…

Published: 5 February 2020

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How to support patients with acute pain in community pharmacy

Patients often use their pharmacy as the first point of call for advice on the management of acute pain. This article outlines how to conduct a patient-centred acute pain consultation using a shared-decision making approach.…

Published: 17 December 2019

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Managing common ear problems: discharge, ache and dizziness

Pharmacists and their teams should be able to manage patients presenting with ear discharge, earache and dizziness effectively, referring patients only when necessary.…

Published: 12 November 2019

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Managing ear problems: hearing loss and tinnitus

Pharmacy teams should know when to manage and refer patients presenting with hearing loss or tinnitus.…

Published: 5 November 2019

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Implementing a cold and flu training programme in the community pharmacy

Practical steps for implementing a training programme to support staff in delivering consistent and reliable cold and flu management advice to the public.…

Published: 3 October 2019

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Engaging patients with cold and flu: putting theory into practice

Having a meaningful conversation with patients about cold and flu symptoms and management can be challenging, but it can be made easier by applying effective consultation skill theory to everyday practice.…

Published: 1 October 2019

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