Hussain Abdeh

Pharmacist

GPhC Registration Number |2211840

Hussain is one of the UK's best known medical professionals having been at the forefront of a number of national campaigns for Medicine Direct. Hussain's work has been published by some of the largest medical websites globally.

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About

Having worked in a mixture of community pharmacies and long distance selling pharmacies (such as medicine direct), Hussain has a wealth of experience in the medical world.

Qualifications and Education

Hussain studied at Liverpool John Moores University, graduating in 2015 with a Master of Pharmacy MPharm. Upon graduating from University, Hussain has worked in a number of community pharmacies throughout the north west of England. 

Hussain qualified as a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber in 2019 successfully completing the GPhC accredited training course.

Publications

Hussain has carried out a number of campaigns throughout the UK, most recently his work in identifying Britain's Pharmacy Blackspots has gained attention in many national and regional newspapers. This campaign was used to highlight the areas of the UK that have a significantly lower amount of pharmacies than other areas.

Hussain has spearheaded a number of research campaigns throughout the UK. You may have seen some of Hussain's work having been published in many UK national newspapers and platforms.

Clinical Expertise

Hussain specialises in sexual health and chronic conditions. He has launched nationwide campaigns designed to raise awareness throughout the UK. Hussain's most well known publication was part of the Medicine Direct Fruit of Your Loins campaign and was designed to inform and educate the UK population of the different STI symptoms and growing STI rates particularly in certain UK cities.

The campaign received National coverage on some of the UK's biggest news platforms such as:

Hussain's authored guides

Proton Pump Inhibitors and the Gut Microbiome

While they can be very effective in managing symptoms, growing evidence suggests that long-term use of PPIs may impact gut health, especially the delicate balance of yourgut microbiome.

Acid Reflux, Diet and the Gut Microbiome

Acid reflux is an uncomfortable and unpleasant problem that can affect people of all ages. Emerging research also suggests that the gut microbiome, may play a role in digestive issues such as acid reflux.

How to protect your stomach and gut when taking naproxen

NSAIDs like naproxen are effective for pain relief, they are also associated with disruption to the gut, particularly with long-term use. This includes not only irritation of the stomach lining, but also imbalances in the gut microbiome.

Stomach ulcers and the gut microbiome: What is the link?

Stomach ulcers can be very painful and unpleasant. Research suggests that the gut microbiome plays a significant role in both the development and healing of stomach ulcers.