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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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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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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How to Spot the Signs of Lupus in Children
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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Bowel Cancer Awareness: What GPs Should Know
As you may already know, last month was Bowel Cancer Awareness Month: an annual campaign organised by Bowel Cancer UK. The focus this year was on the many different people…
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Can GPs Reverse the Decline in Cervical Cancer Screening?
Cervical cancer is one of the three most common cancers in women aged 15-49. The death of reality TV star Jade Goody in 2009 brought an increase in cervical cancer…
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Why Is Hand Hygiene So Important for GPs?
Basic hygiene can be a matter of life and death for patients. This year, on the 5th May, the World Health Organization (WHO) called on people all over the world…
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