I have been to many national events discussing why the NHS needs to change. Arguments revolve around the 'burning platform' of financial challenge, demographic pressure...
Antibiotics are one of the most relied on tools in modern healthcare. Without the protection they confer, a host of commonplace infections could not be treated and procedures would not be able to take...
An overactive bladder will affect most people in old age and many before that. Alison Bardsley explains the mechanisms and treatments.
Clues to systemic disease can be observed in the nails. Jean Watkins gives an overview of some common nail disorders
While antibiotic resistance is nothing new, Graham Cope and Anwen Cope explain how and why it can be addressed in primary care.
Breastfeeding is recommended by the WHO but mothers need support to establish and continue successfully. Suneeta Kochhar provides an overview.
Occupational asthma should always be considered in people with symptoms. Beverley Bostock-Cox explains why and what to do.
Lesions of the skin take many forms. Jean Watkins considers the causes and treatment of those that involve the skin losing its colour.
Dry, scaly and itchy skin is common in the older person. Jean Watkins discusses treating established skin conditions.
Older women often require contraceptive advice. Suneeta Kochhar considers the choices and when contraception can be stopped.
HIV is often diagnosed at a late stage. Suneeta Kochhar discusses recognising primary HIV infection and testing.
NHS Trust HR director Graham White explains what to expect from an effective appraisal.
I have just spent the most enjoyable time at the Community Practitioners and Health Visitors Association (CPHVA) conference in York.
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