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…
Read MoreCervical 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…
Read MoreIt’s World Preeclampsia Day on the 22nd of May, signalling the perfect opportunity to raise awareness of preeclampsia amongst health professionals. Preeclampsia is a serious condition that can lead to…
Read MoreBasic 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…
Read MoreEarlier 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…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreTechnology is at the forefront of improving healthcare in the UK, with many digital initiatives set to be launched over the coming years. In light of this, a new code…
Read MoreAs plans for making the NHS a more digitised organisation are put in place, the government has announced the creation of a new organisation, NHSX. This joint organisation aims to…
Read MoreMarch 13th marks No Smoking Day, an annual awareness day created to help people understand the risks of smoking and what they can do to quit. Many smokers will rely…
Read MoreResearch 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…
Read MoreThis year, February 28th marks Rare Disease Day, an annual European awareness day that highlights the various rare diseases affecting a small percentage of the population. It is co-ordinated by…
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