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• Osteoporosis Front Shop Staff: Mod 4, 2026

  Posted on 1st September 2026 by admin in General, Modules.

  Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become less dense, weaker and more fragile, making them more likely to break (fracture). A fracture caused by osteoporosis can lead to long-term pain, disability, loss of independence and a reduced quality of life. Hip fractures are particularly serious and can result in severe health complications or […]

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• An Update On Osteoporosis For The Pharmacist: Module 4, 2026

  Posted on 1st September 2026 by admin in General, Modules.

  Osteoporosis is a significant health concern in South Africa, with approximately one in three women and one in five men at risk of developing the condition during their lifetime. Yet, many individuals remain unaware of declining bone mineral density and increasing bone fragility until a fracture occurs—sometimes after relatively minor trauma. The consequences can be […]

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• Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Pharmacists Module 3, 2026

  Posted on 1st September 2026 by admin in General, Modules.

  Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that presents in childhood with symptoms of hyperactivity, impulsivity and/or inattention. The notion that ADHD is a disorder of childhood prevailed until the turn of the century, but researchers have now documented the persistence of symptoms into adulthood in 60 to 70 % of patients. ADHD is a […]

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• Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Front Shop Module 3, 2026

  Posted on 1st September 2026 by admin in General, Modules.

  ADHD is one of the most common psychiatric disorders of childhood and adolescence and often persists into adulthood. It is a chronic disorder with a substantial impact on quality of life for patients and their families. When left untreated, ADHD can lead to a range of difficulties—from low self-esteem, academic underperformance, and mental health challenges […]

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• Overweight and obesity: Front Shop, Module 2, 2026

  Posted on 23rd April 2026 by admin in General, Modules.

  Overweight and obesity have increased globally. In 2022, an estimated 2.5 billion adults aged 18 years and older were overweight or obese. This corresponds to 43 % of adults aged 18 years and older being overweight or obese. This is a substantial increase from 1990, when 25 % of adults aged 18 years and older […]

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• Obesity and weight loss in adults: Pharmacists, Module 2, 2026

  Posted on 23rd April 2026 by admin in General, Modules.

  Obesity can no longer be regarded as a condition caused simply by an imbalance between energy in and energy out and, by implication, something that can be managed by mere willpower. Clinical practice guidelines all over the world now acknowledge that obesity is a chronic disease, much like type 2 diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidaemia are […]

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• High blood pressure – Front Shop Staff Module 1, 2026

  Posted on 2nd March 2026 by admin in General, Modules.

  High blood pressure is the most common cardiovascular disorder in the world and a major risk factor for heart attack, stroke and chronic kidney disease. It is often called the ‘silent killer’ because it usually causes no symptoms. In fact, 44 % of adults with high blood pressure are not aware that they have the […]

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• Hypertension – An update ,  Module 1, 2026

  Posted on 2nd March 2026 by admin in General, Modules.

  Hypertension is the most prevalent cardiovascular disorder in the world, yet most patients with hypertension do not have their blood pressure under control. This module on hypertension is important as it outlines the current approach to the diagnosis and management of hypertension in the context of various diverging regional and international hypertension management guidelines. The […]

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• Depression, Front Shop Staff Module 5, 2025

  Posted on 24th October 2025 by admin in General.

  Despite being one of the most common mental disorders worldwide, depression often goes unnoticed. Many people are reluctant to speak about their symptoms due to stigma, and some may perceive their condition as personal failure, rather than a real illness. Depression does not just affect the person living with it, but may also impact their […]

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• Bipolar disorder, Module 5, 2025

  Posted on 24th October 2025 by admin in General.

  Sadness and joy are part of everyday life. Sadness is a natural response to loss or disappointment, and joy or elation is a natural response to success or achievements. Mood fluctuations, therefore, are normal responses to daily life because of either pleasant or unpleasant events. However, severe and persistent mood swings that result in psychological […]

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