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Plaque psoriasis: Getting the best results for patients

Patients with skin conditions often struggle to manage their symptoms. Rod Tucker explores how pharmacists can help them get optimal results from their treatments, in particular for plaque psoriasis.

23 Sep 2025 , 7 Min Article

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Nemolizumab approved for prurigo nodularis and atopic dermatitis

Nemolizumab (Nemluvio, Galderma) has been approved by the MHRA for the treatment of two skins conditions.

18 Feb 2025 , 1 Min Article

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New dermatology courses for community pharmacists

Each of the six courses includes case studies and skin examination advice.

23 Jul 2024 , 1 Min Article

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Passive vaping increases eczema risk in children

Researchers in the US are warning that parental vaping exacerbates atopic dermatitis in children.

10 Jun 2024 , 1 Min Article

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NICE comes out against bath additives in childhood eczema

A draft guideline says bath emollients should not be prescribed in children under 12 years.

21 Mar 2023 , 2 Min Article

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Half of eczema patients wait over a year for effective treatment

Eczema patients need better local commissioning, a new report finds.

25 Nov 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Atopic dermatitis linked to learning disabilities

Atopic dermatitis (AD) shows a "dose-dependent association" with learning disability, American researchers report.

04 Jun 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Shingles and skin infection PGDs added to Pharmacy First Scotland

After some delay, PGDs supporting two further common clinical conditions are to be added to the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland service.

28 May 2021 , 1 Min Article

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Dermatology patients 'need better psychological support'

Almost all skin disease patients report an impact on mental wellbeing but support is lacking, a study finds. 

24 Sep 2020 , 1 Min Article

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