Living with Crohn’s Disease

Posted on: 30 September 2018

If your child knows how and when to use their inhaler if they have an asthma attack, then your GP may have agreed that your child is now old enough to carry their own inhaler with them. While you may be confident that your child can treat their own asthma problems and is sensible enough to keep the inhaler safe and handy, your GP may tell you that you also need to give a spare inhaler to your school.
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Posted on: 30 August 2018

Skin cancer is one of the more survivable forms of cancer, but it's still a scary thing to go through. If you've recently been diagnosed with it, you'll already be getting advice from your doctor on how to deal with the condition, and you may have started whatever treatment you've been recommended. Chances are, you've also developed a bit of an aversion to the sun. As the sun is usually what causes skin cancer, and it can make things worse if you already have it, people often become overcautious and try to avoid sunlight after a diagnosis.
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Posted on: 3 July 2018

As a general practitioner, your job can vary a significant amount depending on where you're based. With the GP role covering such a large area and one health centre varying so much from the next, there's plenty of room for differences to arise. When you're looking for a new position, or perhaps your first permanent one, this can make the decision a difficult one, especially if you've already been offered more than one job.
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Posted on: 22 May 2018

Pregnancy test turned out positive? Your blood tests showing a rising HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) levels? Congratulations! You're having a baby. Now your next step is to visit the gynaecologist to ensure you're on the right track. But when you've never had a baby before, you probably don't know what to do. This guide will help you prepare for your first prenatal visit. Be Prepared With Details Of Your Medical History
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