Community courses

Taking a minor illness course helped Gurinder Singh take his career to the next level. But once it was completed, which doors did it open?

A patient is worried she will never be able to have children with her partner due to his recent vasectomy

Erectile dysfunction is very common, affecting around 50% of men aged 40-70 years at least once with prevalence and severity increasing with age. Despite these figures, it is not a normal part of the ageing process and there are many reasons why erectile dysfunction can occur, including physical, psychological and drug-related issues. Erectile dysfunction is a symptom and not a disease, and it is therefore important to identify any underlying disease or condition that may be causing it.

Healthy eating and keeping physically active during pregnancy is recommended for women to stay healthy and to prevent excessive weight gain. A healthy diet is particularly important during pregnancy to support the health of both mother and baby. Pregnant women do not need to go on a special diet but should be reminded it is important to eat a variety of different foods every day to get the right balance of nutrients for themselves and their baby.

What do you know about the reasons for female infertility and possible management strategies?

COPD treatment is aimed at preventing and controlling symptoms, but do you know the stepwise approach?

Was this patient’s GP correct to send them home with inhaler advice alone?

What do you know about the causes of antimicrobial resistance and your role in fighting it?

From flu vaccines to travel health services, and now COVID vaccinations, injections are becoming part of the daily routine in community pharmacy. Is your technique up to scratch?