Publications List
Alcohol
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Brief advice on sensible drinking Resource CardsDrinking too much alcohol increases the risk of developing many serious illnesses such as liver disease, cancer, stomach and pancreas disorders.
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Posters are available in both A4 and A3 formats.
Diet & Nutrition
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Brief advice on diet & nutrition Resource CardsEating sensibly is an important step towards good health - the more balanced and nutritious the diet, the healthier the person can expect to be.
General Health
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Helping you choose better health LeafletAdvice on helping you keep healthy by being active, managing your weight, eating well, drinking alcohol sensibly and stopping smoking.
Medicines
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The following guidance gives basic information on how to keep medicines safe and out of reach of children.
Mental Health
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The following guidance gives basic information on depression.
Oral Health
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The following guidance gives basic information on oral care for 0- to 5-year-olds.
Pharmacy
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Jointly prepared by PHLink, RPSGB, PSNC and the NPA.
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This report looks at existing research data on extending the role of pharmacists in health improvement, examining the opportunities for pharmacists to contribute to health improvement and their current contributions in key areas such as smoking cessation, emergency contraception and lipid management.
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This report looks at non-peer reviewed research in the UK and reveals interesting new evidence about the public health role of community pharmacists from the perspectives of the primary healthcare team and the general public.
Physical Activity
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Brief advice on physical activity Resource CardsThe health benefits of physical activity have been well documented and there is a clear link between physical inactivity and ill health.
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Feeling run down? PosterPosters are available in both A4 and A3 formats.
Smoking Cessation
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Brief advice on stopping smoking Resource CardsTobacco smoking is the main avoidable cause of premature death in the UK and is responsible for more than 100,000 deaths each year. Smoking causes a wide range of illnesses, but the most serious ones are cancer, respiratory disease and circulatory disease.
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Towards a Smokefree England BookletBrief interventions for stopping smoking by pharmacists and their staff.
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Want to stop smoking? PosterPosters are available in both A4 and A3 formats.
Sustainable Develoment
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Healthy You - Healthy Planet LeafletA patient information leaflet.
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Our Planet BookletA pharmacy-focused resource with helpful tips and further contacts.
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Towards a Healthier Planet Resource CardsA background guide to sustainable development.
Travel Health
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Posters are available in both A4 and A3 formats.
Weight Management
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Brief advice on weight management Resource CardsBeing overweight or obese can seriously affect a person's health as it can lead to high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease.