The Worshipful Society of Apothecaries

The Worshipful Society of Apothecaries sounds like some relic of a bygone time. But this City of London livery society is not only a member...

Doctors Burning Out

New research led by George Lewith, Professor of Health Research at the University of Southampton suggests doctors’ burnout should be treated as organisation-wide problem There...

Doctors need empathy

Empathy in clinical practice is an essential component of the doctor-patient relationship. This is the understanding of how another human being is feeling without going...

No good deed will go unpunished

In the latest Tom Hanks movie, Pilot Sully was a hero as he landed the aircraft on the Hudson River, saving all on board. Crash...

How to stay calm at Christmas

Christmas is one of the most eagerly awaited events in the whole year, but for many people, Yuletide cheer comes at a price. According to...

Back from the brink

I’ve been resuscitated three times in my life. As a nurse, I’ve attended countless resuscitation attempts. I’ve also attempted to bring members of the public...

Our pigsty cars can give us flu

As a mum of three, I know just how dirty a family car can get. My children are grown up now but I remember long...

Staying safe on Bonfire night

Bonfire night celebrations are great fun for adults and kids alike. Unfortunately, darkness, fireworks, trailing fancy dress costumes and undercooked bangers can be a hazardous...