Learning Digital therapeutics: integration in practice Digital therapeutics utilise technology to broaden treatment options available to patients for improved management of medical conditions.…Published: 10 November 2023
Learning Improving asthma care for children and young people Considerations for pharmacists in helping young patients manage their asthma.…Published: 15 September 2023
Learning Transition of care for young people moving to adult healthcare services Moving to adult care services can be an unsettling time for paediatric patients. A well thought out transition plan is needed to ensure young people remain engaged and take ownership of their health.…Published: 4 August 2023
Learning Children and young people with asthma: pharmacological management and monitoring The second of our two-part series on asthma in children and young people outlines pharmacological management and appropriate monitoring of the condition.…Published: 7 July 2023
Learning Children and young people with asthma: symptoms, diagnosis and the role of pharmacy The first of our two-part series on asthma in children and young people is an overview of the condition, outlining the role pharmacy can play in supporting patients and their families and/or carers.…Published: 4 July 2023
Learning Test your knowledge of minor ailments An opportunity to test your knowledge on symptoms of minor conditions.…Published: 30 June 2023
Learning Paracetamol use in infants and young children Paracetamol is one of the most used medicines in children; however, reports of adverse effects associated with unintentional overdosing highlight the importance of providing parents and carers with advice on its safe use.…Published: 26 June 2023
Learning Anxiety disorders in children How childhood anxiety disorders are diagnosed and managed.…Published: 13 June 2023
Learning Chickenpox: symptoms, treatment and potential complications Pharmacists can advise on treatment options and symptom relief for this common childhood illness.…Published: 6 June 2023
Learning Administering medicines safely to children at home: learning from families Common problems when administering medicines at home are highlighted in three paediatric case studies. Potential solutions and best practice are presented alongside insights from parents to highlight this often-overlooked area of medicines use.…Published: 25 May 2023
