Learning | Women's health

Test yourself: the 2020 CPD and learning quiz

Take our quiz, with questions based on some of 2020’s best loved CPD and learning articles, and test your knowledge on a range of subjects from gene therapy to respiratory tract diseases.…

Cervical cancer prevention: advice and services

With the uptake of cervical screening at 70–73% in the UK, it is important for pharmacy teams to recognise the symptoms of cervical cancer, as well as provide advice on prevention strategies.…

Case-based learning: management of polycystic ovary syndrome

As the most common incurable hormonal condition affecting women of reproductive age, polycystic ovary syndrome can lead to infertility, anxiety and cardiovascular disease if it is not managed appropriately.…

Case-based learning: postnatal depression

Appropriate early recognition and timely treatment of postnatal depression is essential if patients are to make a full recovery.…

Postnatal depression: recognition and diagnosis

Pharmacists are likely to encounter patients affected by postnatal depression; therefore, the ability to identify signs of this under-recognised disorder is essential for appropriate and prompt referral for help and support.…

Endometriosis: symptoms, diagnosis and management

Early diagnosis and multi-modal treatment is necessary to improve quality of life in adolescents and women with endometriosis.…

Heavy menstrual bleeding: diagnosis and management options

Heavy menstrual bleeding has a major impact on a woman’s quality of life. This article covers the most recent guidance and available treatment options.…

Treatment options for menopausal symptoms

Pharmacists and healthcare professionals can provide a patient-centred approach to advising women about the menopause, and provide robust information about the risks and benefits of menopause hormone treatment that will allow patients to make an informed choice about how to relieve their s…

Preconception care: genetic and pre-existing conditions

Pharmacists and healthcare professionals can provide appropriate and comprehensive preconception care by identifying couples who are at risk of having a baby with a genetic or chromosomal malformation and can empower the couple by giving them enough knowledge to make informed decisions.…

Preconception care: dietary and lifestyle advice

Engagement by women with a pharmacist or healthcare professional for preconception advice and care ranges from 18% to 45%. Pharmacists are uniquely placed to provide this advice when individuals present for new registration checks, well-woman consultations, contraceptive advice and reviews, as …