Direct access to physiotherapy
Patients with musculoskeletal conditions causing pain do not currently have direct access to physiotherapy on the NHS, but perhaps they should. A new pilot trial...
Men’s Health
Covering a wide array of topics, the Men’s Health section delves into medical issues specific to men, including prostate problems, fertility, and various mental health concerns. It offers insights into different aspects of men’s health, from specific medical conditions to broader wellness topics, combining medical knowledge with practical guidance and mental health awareness. This comprehensive approach ensures a thorough understanding of men’s health challenges and solutions.
To tourniquet or not tourniquet?
News that knife crime convictions in England and Wales are at a record high – courts dealt with 19,000 cases in 2016 with increases driven...
Frequent fliers either flourish or flounder
Frequent fliers and those who regularly travel on business can either revel in their hypermobility, seeing it as integral part of their happiness, or see...
Emerging technologies in diabetes
People with type 1 diabetes, which is a lifelong autoimmune condition which means that the body is unable to produce insulin, are already benefiting from...
A world-class gathering of diabetes professionals
Today sees the start of the 2017 Diabetes UK Professional Congress held at the Manchester Central Convention Complex. Over the next three days, we will...
Telemedicine in general practice
Telemedicine in general practice has yet to become the norm. The way we receive healthcare has not changed significantly in over 100 years and is certainly...
Busting obesity myths
With increased awareness among the general public regarding obesity, many people are looking to adopt healthier lifestyles. But, despite our best intentions, it’s all too...
Medics tackling alcohol misuse
Health professionals are at the forefront of tackling the problem of alcohol misuse in our society. For many people, problem drinking may only be flagged...
Good sperm guide
There was a time when infertility was seen as a women’s problem. Not anymore. Older dads are more likely to pass on genetic mutations to...
The feminisation of males
An increasing number of baby boys in the UK are being born with genital disorders. One in 350 male babies have a condition known as hypospadias. Instead...
