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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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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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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How Can GPs Spot Elder Abuse?
Abuse can happen to anyone, but older people are often more at risk if they are vulnerable. Sadly, many older people experience abuse or neglect at the hands of someone…
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What Are the Benefits of Gamified Rewards for Healthcare Workers?
Gamified rewards are used across a number of industries to help bring fun and engagement to the workplace. Based on a points or a bonus system, they can provide staff…
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Deaf Awareness Week: What Did We Learn?
Earlier this month, we celebrated Deaf Awareness Week, an important time to recognise hearing loss symptoms and raise awareness for those affected. So what did we learn from this important…
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What Role Do GPs Play in the UK Mental Health Crisis?
The 13th—19th May is Mental Health Awareness Week: an annual campaign organised by the Mental Health Foundation to raise awareness of mental health problems. This event is an ideal opportunity to discuss…
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Is the Drop in GP Numbers Linked to Shorter Life Expectancy?
Research has found that residents in areas with more GPs have a longer life expectancy. The impact of having a higher number of primary care doctors was greater than a…
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