There are many minor eye conditions that are associated with the changing winter weather, such as dry eye. However, one condition that can also cause…
Distinguising and treating acne
A clinical overview of the different severities of acne and treatment options Acne Vulgaris (referred to as ‘acne’ for short) is a disorder of skin…
Coughs, colds & flus
Whilst covid has dominated the healthcare landscape since last year, the perennnial problem of coughs, colds and flu has not gone away Cold or influenza…
Suffer the children…
Infant pain is distressing not only for the child, but also for parents and carers. However, pharmacists play an important role in relieving symptoms. Over…
Medical cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD)
An overview of the emerging role of medical cannabis in modern healthcare For this article, I have split the content into two parts. In the…
Prostate cancer a call to action
We look at prostate cancer, its impact, the rising incidence and the range of treatment currently available According to the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP),…
The road to recovery in Rosacea
A clinical overview of Roscrea, including subtypes and treatment and the potential to confuse it with other conditions. Rosacea is an inflammatory skin disease causing…
Boning – up on Osteoprosis
A clinical overview of the causes, symtoms and treatment of the debilitating condition osteoporosis. Osteoporosis literally means ‘porous bones’. It is a condition where bones…
A not-so-silent killer
A clinical overview of diagnosis, treatment and management of COPD, The second-leading cause of respiratory death in Ireland. The main symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary…
Fighting fatigue naturally
Stress and fatigue are natural consequences of life but there are ways to combat them, writes Eamonn Brady MPSI Everyone can feel they are a…
Focus on Foot Care
Eamonn Brady MPSI provides an overview of some of the more common foot conditions that present in the pharmacy In this article, I discuss three…
Getting back to normal in the classroom
Eamonn Brady MPSI looks at some of the common back-to-school issues and how the pharmacist can help In this article, I discuss five distinct subjects…
Problems and solutions in pain management
Eamonn Brady MPSI takes a clinical look at headaches, including how to distinguish the different types and how to treat the resulting pain One of…
Overview of Coeliac Disease
A clinical overview of the causes, diagnosis and management of coeliac disease Coeliac disease (CD) is a serious illness that affects both adults and children.…
Vitamins, minerals and natural medicines
A review of the evidence for the benefits of supplementation on overall health Natural medicines have grown in popularity in recent years and have been…
Oral & Dental care
Pharmacists are one of the most accessible parts of the health service and are in an ideal position to support dentists in helping patients to…
Controlling Cholesterol
A clinical overview of the importance of controlling cholesterol levels to prevent atherosclerosis, heart attacks and strokes Cholesterol is a lipid (fat). It is manufactured…
Pharmacological options in mental health disorders
A review of pharmacological treatments for schizophrenia, anxiety and depression For the purposes of this article, I focus primarily on pharmacological treatment options for three…
Caring for cancer patients
An overview of the main factors in caring for patients with lung and breast cancer, including the vital role of the pharmacist The impact of…
The importance of folate awareness
Anna Wedderburn presents an overview of the need for adequate folate intake and its effects on overall health Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is…
Tackling Dry skin and Dermatitis
There are many causes of dry skin. Among the most common causes are conditions like dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis, writes Eamonn Brady MPSI…
Focus on Rheumatoid Arthritis
Eamonn Brady MPSI looks at the clinical considerations in treating rheumatoid arthritis Arthritis is a general term used for the condition; however, there are over…
Current treatments in hypertension
Eamonn Brady MPSI provides an overview of the various factors to be considered in assessing and managing hypertension Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number-one cause…
Management of Allergic Rhinitis
Eamonn Brady MPSI provides an overview of allergic rhinitis, including diagnosis and treatment options Allergic rhinitis is inflammation of the nasal passages caused by an allergen,…
Strains, pains and muscle relief
As the weather improves and people venture out more often for exercise, increased presentations with muscle aches and strains in the pharmacy can be expected…
Diverticular disease and diverticulitis
Eamonn Brady MPSI presents a clinical overview of diverticular disease and diverticulitis and how they affect the large intestine Diverticular disease and diverticulitis are two…
Managing wounds at home
Eamonn Brady MPSI outlines some of the basic main factors to be considered in wound care at home I will discuss three types of wounds…
Managing and controlling asthma
EAMONN BRADY MPSI PROVIDES AN OVERVIEW OF THE CLINICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF ASTHMA, INCLUDING THE TREATMENT OPTIONS IN THE PHARMACY A sthma is a long-term condition…
Food for thought on Infant Nutrition
The pharmacist has a major role to play in providing much-needed advice to parents on their baby’s nutritional needs amid a confusing array of conflicting…
Osteoporosis- tackling a major cause of disability
Eamonn Brady MPSI looks at clinical considerations in osteoporosis and some of the tools to help reduce the associated risks for people with the condition…