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Prescribing dilemma: high-cost biologics in moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis

This real-world dilemma explores how individual funding requests may need to be considered for patient-centred care in the case of high-cost biologics.…

Published: 20 January 2026

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Structured medication reviews in frailty

An overview of the considerations that frailty presents in the context of a structured medication review.…

Published: 9 January 2026

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Making medication counselling count: practical tips for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians

Medication counselling is an opportunity for the pharmacy team to help improve adherence and patient outcomes.…

Published: 19 December 2025

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Seven ways pharmacy can improve outcomes for those impacted by substance use

Practical examples of and advice on how pharmacists can improve the care of individuals impacted by substance use. …

Published: 9 December 2025

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Tips for effective lipid management consultations for secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease

Practical advice for pharmacy teams on how to provide long-term support for patients, improve adherence and achieve target lipid-levels.…

Published: 7 November 2025

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Conflict management for pharmacy managers: part two

The second in a series of articles on conflict management in pharmacy, focusing on negotiation and mediation.…

Published: 4 November 2025

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Conflict management for pharmacy managers: part one

The first in a two-part series on conflict management in pharmacy and the challenges that it presents for pharmacy managers.…

Published: 24 October 2025

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How to use emotional intelligence typologies to improve communication and interpersonal skills

An overview of how pharmacists can use the concept of emotional intelligence typologies as a tool to build better relationships with team members and patients.…

Published: 14 October 2025

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Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors and B-cell malignancies: a guide for pharmacists

This learning article with interactive elements provides an overview of the available Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors for the treatment of B-cell malignancies to support pharmacists with their use in practice.…

Published: 2 October 2025

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Creating effective assessment activities for foundation trainees

This article shows how designated prescribing practitioners and designated supervisors can use the GPhC learning outcomes and NHS England assessment strategy to plan effective activities for foundation trainees.…

Published: 23 September 2025