The October issue of InnovAiT will lead you through the diagnosis and management of palliative care emergencies, atrial fibrillation, hypertension and diabetic foot problems in general practice. You'll also find essential guidance for registrars on the rules around prescribing in general practice, as well as the complexities of prescribing for older patients. A proposal on how to manage patient demand effectively and responsibly is a subject that every GP will have a view on.

In this podcast episode, Ben Tyler, a GP from Derbyshire, discusses his article 'Beyond the Prescription', focusing on a holistic approach to obesity and weight loss medications. to help GPs in supporting patients using weight loss medication. Dr Tyler provides an insightful approach on how to help patients make sustainable lifestyle changes and improve long term health outcomes.   He explores the transformative impact of new GLP-1 medications, such as Tirzepatide and Semaglutide, not only for weight loss but also for fostering positive behaviour change in patients.

Background Statins are the UK’s most prescribed medicine and are used more in deprived populations. Patient Information Leaflets (PILs) included in medication packaging may support safe, effective…

Background The introduction of advanced practitioners (APs) is one approach to addressing health and care workforce shortages, with around 6000 APs working in primary care in England. There is…

Background Professionals in general practice (family medicine) experience more violence and abuse by patients and the public than in other healthcare settings. There is limited research on such…

Background High-risk patients with chronic conditions in Primary Care often face medication-related problems. A significant but underexplored problem is the patient's medication concern, which may…

Background An increasing number of adolescents and young adults who have never smoked now use e-cigarettes. GPs must screen and counsel effectively: vaping is linked to nicotine addiction,…

Background The rising prevalence of poor workplace wellbeing in healthcare practitioners has been defined as a global crisis, threatening the sustainability of healthcare systems and the quality of…

Background The appropriate glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) monitoring intervals for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) remain unclear. Aim To determine appropriate HbA1c monitoring intervals…

Background The appropriate HbA1c monitoring intervals for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) remain unclear. Aim To determine appropriate HbA1c monitoring intervals for T2DM patients…

Join Dr Ghofran Al-Arbi for a thoughtful exploration of this cornerstone of the doctor–patient relationship when she shares insights from her InnovAiT article 'Challenges to Confidentiality in GP Consulting'. In this podcast episode, she explore ethical dilemmas, GMC guidelines, and practical scenarios that every healthcare professional should consider, alongside the critical importance of confidentiality in general practice, the complexities surrounding it, and when it may be necessary to breach confidentiality.

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