Older GP Workforce: What Does It Mean?
As the population of the UK gets older, it’s no surprise that the workforce across different industries is also ageing. The BMA recently released a report that highlighted the ageing NHS…
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The Rise of Ghost Patients: Why Is It Happening?
The average GP in the UK receives £150 a year for each person on their patient list, with approximately 1,700 recorded patients per practice. Last year, however, new reports surfaced showing higher…
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HIV Testing in GP Practices: Is More Support Needed?
Sexual health services are some of the most important services provided by GPs in the UK, and that includes HIV testing. While HIV has benefitted from more effective treatments and…
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Rise of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers: What Does It Mean?
45,000 cases of lung cancer are diagnosed every year in the UK, making it one of the most common forms of cancer. Recently, the number of cases of lung cancer in…
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Should GPs Prescribe Acne Drugs?
Acne is a common condition that affects around 8 in 10 people at some point in their lives, usually between the ages of 11 and 30. In some moderate to severe cases…
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GP Pension Changes: What You Should Know
For the first time in over half a century, the number of general practitioners has sharply declined. At least two-thirds of GPs are now retiring early, which is double the…
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NICE Guidelines for Mental Health: What GPs Should Know
The world is waking up to the issue of mental health. As a serious cause for concern for people of all ages, genders backgrounds and locations, mental health is under the spotlight….
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Are 10-Minute GP Appointments Too Short?
According to a recent article by the Guardian, the standard 10-minute time slot allotted for GP appointments is too short to provide patients with the care they need and should be…
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Supporting Patients Affected by MND
Motor Neurone Disease (MND), is a rare condition that affects around 1 in 300 people. It is a well-known condition to the public because of the late Professor Stephen Hawking….
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SANDS Awareness: What GPs Can Do to Help
June marks SANDS Awareness Month. This can be a difficult time for those who have experienced stillbirth or neonatal death, and many parents will require ongoing support from their GPs…
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