The Art of Medicine
I think that studying medicine and working in the emergency services for 10 years undoubtedly influenced my view of the world. During that time I...
Life as a midwife in the UK and in Tanzania
From day one of training as a midwife, we are taught the importance of the principle contained in the Hippocratic oath of “do no harm”....
Acne sufferers need tailor-made solutions
Acne is a near-universal skin disease affecting 85 per cent of adolescents world wide as well as older adults. But although it is ubiquitous, it...
Sugar tax – not as sweet as you think
The Chancellor’s Budget announcement of a tax levy on soft drink manufacturers was welcomed by most political parties, many health professionals and one widely-smiling celebrity...
A question of Specialty
‘Right, in a few seconds you will fall into a peaceful sleep…’ Words that I heard many times in the few days that I gained...
Taxing sugary drinks gets results
We know that a ‘soda tax’ on sweetened soft drinks works – other countries including Chile, Hungary, France, Latvia, and Berkeley California have already tried...
Memories of Nelson Mandela
I first met Nelson Mandela in the Royal Pavilion at Horse Guards on Tuesday, 9th July 1996 at the beginning of his State Visit to...
Amazing Grapefruit
Breakfasting on half a grapefruit has long been seen as one of the healthiest ways to start the day, but the idea it could help you...
Brain banks pay dividends for autism research
We know that autism is brain related and researchers know the importance of access to post mortem brains. My charitable Shirley Foundation founded the medical...
Acid attacks – A challenge for reconstructive surgeons
Following a spate of drive by acid attacks on men in East London, there are calls for tighter laws to penalise those people who use...
