A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine
CPD articles
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Healthcare staff based in the community have a vested interest in und
There are several skin conditions that can be triggered by allergy.
Psoriasis is a complex, lifelong condition requiring effective treatm
Type 2 diabetes is a major public health issue worldwide.
Opioid addiction and the menopause share similar signs and symptoms,
Group B streptococcus (GBS) colonisation can occur intermittently in
This article examines nurse clinical leadership in primary care from
Antiretroviral therapy (ART) non-adherence is one of the strongest pr
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Climate change results in increased levels of air pollution; airborne allergens; extreme w
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Colorectal cancer represents a significant threat to men and women an
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Increasing numbers of patients are achieving their wish to die in the
Although some people receive excellent care at the end of their lives, many do not. Services are not always well co-ordinated and communication between staff and agencies can break down.
Patient group directions (PGDs) are used widely in the NHS for the supply and/or administration of medicines.
Measles is one of the most contagious of all infectious diseases and less than 15 minutes’ exposure can result in infection for individuals who have not been fully vaccinated or who lack natural immunity. It is spread by minute aerosol droplets.
Asthma is a common problem managed in primary care, however many patients do not have good control of their condition. This article looks at routine asthma care, indicating where the findings from the 2014 National Review of Asthma Deaths might change current practice.
This article explores the evidence for service improvements in the provision of care to heart failure patients in the community. It looks at the different methods of service delivery, including nurse-led clinics and home visiting.
The aim of this article is to help readers understand the changes that occur in gastrointestinal bacterial population, or microflora, as people age, how these changes affect health and nutrition, and how probiotic supplements can help manage them.
