Patients take omega-3 fish oil supplements in the belief that these oils are heart healthy. But emerging evidence suggests a possible downside and that the benefits are dependent on an individual’s current state of health. Rod Tucker investigates.

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Public health advice in most developed countries focuses on the risks associated with overexposure to sunlight. Nevertheless, emerging research hints at a potential cardiovascular benefit from exposure to sunlight, so are patients missing out?

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For patients with hypertension or at risk of developing the condition, one recommended lifestyle change is regular exercise. But which is the most effective type? Pharmacist Dr Rod Tucker takes a look at the evidence.

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The greatest risk from long-term overexposure to sunlight is thought to be skin cancer. Given the higher incidence in older patients, it is critical that this demographic is fully informed about the signs and symptoms that possibly indicate malignant changes.

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Various cutaneous manifestations appear to be related to infection with Covid-19. This article looks at the different types and management options.

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Emollients are an important treatment option for a number of skin conditions. This article provides an overview of their mode of action, and their usefulness in relieving symptoms of skin disease

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Psoriasis is associated with a significant impairment of quality of life, including work, family, sexual relations as well as physical and emotional well-being. This article looks at how psoriasis can be managed in primary care.

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In the second article in our new dermatology series, Rod Tucker poses another challenging dermatology question.

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In this article, you are asked to guess the diagnosis between: pityriasis rosea, gutatte psoriasis, pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta, and secondary syphilis.

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The reduction in oestrogen levels during the menopause has a detrimental impact on the skin, which could be corrected to some degree through the use of HRT. This article looks at the evidence around HRT and whether it has a role to play in maintaining healthy skin. 

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