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The simple thyroid test?

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Zoe Norris
13th March 2024

The simple thyroid function test is the most commonly requested endocrine investigation in general practice. And when you do get an abnormal result that fits nicely into the box of hypo or hyperthyroidism,...

Exercise and depression: better than meds and mindfulness?

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Dr Neal Tucker
6th March 2024

Yesterday 20% of my consultations were for depression. Perhaps I  shouldn’t be surprised - the Office of National Statistics reported that in 2022 one in six adults in the UK suffered from moderate to...

PMR - Ten Top Tips for Diagnosis and Management

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Dr Rob Walker
28th February 2024

The diagnosis and management of polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a challenge. We see lots of people with aches and pains, notably in the age group in whom PMR presents (peak age 70-80 years), the range...

Hot Topics GP Update Spring 2024 Preview

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NB Medical
21st February 2024

The Hot Topics GP Update course is the easiest and most fun way to keep up to date with all the latest developments in the literature, relevant to anyone working in front-line General Practice. If you...

Fluroquinone prescribing - a big ciproh-no-no from the MHRA

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Dr Rachel Brettell
14th February 2024

Sometimes it feels like everyone in general practice is fed up. Our next patient, Jane, is 67 years old and no exception. She’s in with symptoms of UTI; exasperated, unwell and demanding ciprofloxacin....

Health Anxiety – A Cause for Concern?

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Dr Andy Ward
7th February 2024

Back in November, I wrote a blog post about the poor health outcomes for those patients who frequently miss appointments. I was therefore interested to see a recent Swedish study that looked at health...

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