Hundreds of UK pharmacies are now offering rapid point-of-care COVID-19 antibody testing Exclusive: Almost 500 pharmacies across the UK are now offering a rapid COVID-19 antibody testing service.…
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.…
Serology testing for COVID-19 is the way forward, but we could face a long wait While news of imminent serology testing is incredibly encouraging, we must be pragmatic about how quickly it can be made available to the general public.…
Acute coronary syndrome: risk factors, diagnosis and treatment This overview describes the different management options for acute coronary syndrome and how pharmacists can support patients with the condition.…
Schizophrenia: recognition and management Common medicines used to manage schizophrenia have many side effects that can cause significant morbidity. Regular monitoring and support can ensure patients improve outcomes.…
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.…
Governments must make tackling AMR worth pharmacy’s while Pharmaceutical companies won’t develop fast, cheap and effective diagnostic tools on their own — incentives are the missing piece to tackling antimicrobial resistance.…
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.…
Managing ear problems: hearing loss and tinnitus Pharmacy teams should know when to manage and refer patients presenting with hearing loss or tinnitus.…
Hepatitis A infection: symptoms and management Pharmacists must understand how hepatitis A is spread and how it affects patients in order to ensure prompt, effective treatment and to reduce the spread of the infection.…