OTC

Men's health in community pharmacy

Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians. Written in conjunction with the Pharmacy Magazine CPD series, it will mirror the magazine’s programme throughout the year. The series has been designed for you to use as part of your continuing professional development. Reflective exercises have been included to help you put your learning into practice.

11 Sep 2025 , 10 Min Module

Men's health, Sexual health,

Erectile dysfunction

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

Public health,

A tiny, big problem

Whether we like to believe it or not, parasitic infections are common, especially in households with young children. Training Matters explores how pharmacy teams can help customers spot and treat them.

11 Sep 2025 , 1 Min Article

Women's health,

The hot topic

Menopause is a huge milestone in a woman’s life, signifying the end of reproductivity and bringing with it a host of physical and emotional effects. We explore how pharmacy teams can help customers better understand its management.

10 Sep 2025 , 1 Min Article

Smoking cessation,

Where there's smoke

With disposable vapes now banned in the UK to protect children’s health, will more people go back to smoking, and how can pharmacy teams support customers who want to quit?

10 Sep 2025 , 1 Min Article

Men's health,

Introducing AVARANTE®

Know what AVARANTE is, when you can supply it and what advice to share with customers

14 Aug 2025 , 10 Min Module

Managing indigestion on the go

Understand the difference between indigestion, acid reflux and heartburn and the different ways to treat indigestion and help prevent symptom recurrence

14 Aug 2025 , 5 Min Module

Eyes & ears, Pharmacy team, People skills,

Adapting to sensory impairment

Welcome to our CPD module series for community pharmacy technicians. Written in conjunction with the Pharmacy Magazine CPD series, it will mirror the magazine’s programme throughout the year. The series has been designed for you to use as part of your continuing professional development. Reflective exercises have been included to help you put your learning into practice.

13 Aug 2025 , 10 Min Module

Eyes & ears,

Eye care

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

Gastrointestinal,

Can't stomach it?

Bladder and bowel conditions can make daily tasks inconvenient, whilst also being extremely painful and uncomfortable. Training Matters explores the different conditions pharmacy teams may come across.

13 Aug 2025 , 1 Min Article

First aid,

Fit to respond

From cuts and grazes to CPR, there are many ways pharmacy teams can support customers with first aid concerns.

13 Aug 2025 , 1 Min Article

Asthma & COPD,

Cough up!

Alongside providing medication for asthmatic customers and those with COPD, pharmacy team members can also provide essential lifestyle advice key to preventing flare-ups and the condition worsening.

13 Aug 2025 , 1 Min Article