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Oral health is vital to overall wellbeing, allowing us to eat, swallow, breathe, speak and socialise. Without good oral hygiene, bacteria can travel into the body causing all sorts of issues, not to mention pain and discomfort.
12 Feb 2026 , 15 Min Module
Sore throats can often be a symptom of another issue, such as a cold or flu, but this doesn’t make them any less painful or uncomfortable. Having a good understanding of treatment management can help you support customers so they can start feeling better quickly.
15 Jan 2026 , 15 Min Module
Knowing which organ or area of the upper gastrointestinal tract is causing certain symptoms is crucial to finding an effective solution for customers, especially since symptoms can be painful and uncomfortable.
12 Dec 2025 , 15 Min Module
Pharmacy teams have a huge role to play in helping customers with intimate health issues, delivering OTC and self care advice on the topic with sensitivity in mind.
12 Nov 2025 , 15 Min Module
Dry skin and atopic eczema can be extremely uncomfortable, causing itching and flaking, as well as being sore to touch. Pharmacy teams, however, can help customers to manage this condition with OTC treatment options, self care advice and signposting to further support.
07 Oct 2025 , 15 Min Module
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common issue for many men, yet people often find it hard to discuss or seek treatment for. Pharmacy teams can be on hand with reassurance, OTC guidance and help spot when something more serious might be prevalent.
11 Sep 2025 , 15 Min Module
With OTC advice and self care solutions, pharmacy teams can help to identify and treat eye problems as early as possible, preventing discomfort and even potential loss of vision.
13 Aug 2025 , 15 Min Module
Children are prone to pain and fever, from the inevitable growing pains and teething to bouts of the flu and colds. Luckily, parents and caregivers can find plenty of advice and treatment options in the pharmacy.
07 Jul 2025 , 15 Min Module
Muscles and joints carefully connect bones and systems throughout the body, allowing us to walk, speak, blink and breathe. As they are used daily, however, they can come under strain from overuse or become injured due to trauma. Luckily, there are many treatment options available in the pharmacy.
06 Jun 2025 , 15 Min Module
Much of the time, a customer’s headache can easily be cured with OTC medicine or some self care advice. However, headache and migraine can cause extreme discomfort and in some cases may require a closer look.
14 May 2025 , 15 Min Module
The feet perform the amazing task of getting us from A to B daily, but often little thought is given to their health. That is, until they suffer an injury or develop a condition – this is where the pharmacy team can help.
09 Apr 2025 , 15 Min Module
Oral health is a crucial aspect of overall health. Everything we consume comes firstly through the mouth – food, water, oxygen and, most of the time, medicine – so maintaining healthy teeth and gums is very important. If neglected, poor oral hygiene can lead to extreme pain, serious conditions and even tooth extractions.
12 Mar 2025 , 15 Min Module
Hayfever affects a large proportion of the population, mainly from March to September. As the condition is managed mainly with over-the-counter medicines and self care, the pharmacy is the first place customers will come to for advice.
17 Feb 2025 , 15 Min Module
The average adult suffers two to four colds a year in the UK. Children are even more prone, experiencing five to eight colds on average. As self care advice and OTC products for cold and flu are commonly available from the pharmacy, it is important pharmacy teams know what to recommend.
10 Jan 2025 , 15 Min Module
Covid-19 restrictions may be a thing of the past, but customers will continue to have concerns about symptom management, vaccines and long Covid.
15 Nov 2024 , 15 Min Module
Most people will have heard that smoking damages the lungs, but not everyone is aware of the numerous short and long-term negative impacts smoking has on health. The pharmacy team can play a vital role in educating customers on the risks of smoking and support their quitting journey.
02 Oct 2024 , 15 Min Module
