Paediatrics

CPE targets nurseries and schools with Pharmacy First checklist

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Community Pharmacy England (CPE) has launched a new checklist, along with other resources, to promote Pharmacy First services in nurseries and schools.

Pharmacist issued warning after baby ‘tragically’ overdosed on morphine

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A pharmacist has been issued a warning by the regulator after a baby in palliative care was accidentally administered 20 times the correct amount of morphine. 

'No plans' to roll out MMR jab in NI pharmacies despite awareness campaign

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The Public Health Agency (PHA) has said there are “no plans” to roll out the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine from community pharmacies in Northern Ireland, despite a recent influx of cases. 

Why is this child at risk from her headlice treatment

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Should you intervene in this counter discussion about removing headlice?

Oral lidocaine-containing products for infant teething

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Do you understand the new guidance relating to the use of oral lidocaine-containing products for teething in children?

Could this child be suffering from more than a sore throat

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Could this child’s symptoms require more than a simple paracetamol suspension?

How can you help this new mother with her birth trauma

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During a consultation, a patient confesses concern over her flashbacks and anxiety. Are you able to support her?

Depression in children

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Read this in-depth CPD on depression in children to find out more about mental health issues In young people

Recognising type 1 diabetes in children

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Type 1 diabetes is most commonly identified in children and adolescents. Can you recognise the signs and symptoms?

Can you recognise the symptoms of croup

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What advice can you give a worried mother who is concerned about her infant son's barking cough?