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ghost patients

The Rise of Ghost Patients: Why Is It Happening?

By Tom Pearson

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

HIV Testing in GP Practices: Is More Support Needed?

By Tom Pearson

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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lung cancer in non-smokers

Rise of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers: What Does It Mean?

By Tom Pearson

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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GP pension changes

GP Pension Changes: What You Should Know

By Tom Pearson

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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mental health

NICE Guidelines for Mental Health: What GPs Should Know

By Tom Pearson

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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GP appointments

Are 10-Minute GP Appointments Too Short?

By Tom Pearson

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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medical bed tracking

How Technology Could Aid Medical Bed Tracking

By Tom Pearson

The issue of bed space within hospitals has been an ongoing concern for the NHS. Various reports have analysed the impact of bed shortages and how they affect hospital wards. Solutions…

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lupus in children

How to Spot the Signs of Lupus in Children

By Tom Pearson

Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus) is a condition with long-term symptoms. Treatment can be effective, but it is also notoriously difficult to get a diagnosis, especially for children. Better awareness of…

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rewards for healthcare workers

What Are the Benefits of Gamified Rewards for Healthcare Workers?

By Tom Pearson

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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Predictive disease testing

Predictive Disease Testing in the NHS: How Would It Work?

By Tom Pearson

The Health Secretary has called for predictive genetic testing to help detect common cancers and causes of heart disease in patients. It is believed that predictive disease testing could improve…

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  • The Rise of Ghost Patients: Why Is It Happening?
  • HIV Testing in GP Practices: Is More Support Needed?
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  • Should GPs Prescribe Acne Drugs?

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