A Scottish doctor who relocated to Australia shares a viral moment after spotting a highly venomous snake outside his clinic, sparking widespread amusement and debate about Australian wildlife.
General practitioners in remote UK regions face immense pressures, including isolation, resource shortages, and high patient loads, threatening healthcare access and quality.
NHS GP Dr Amir Khan warns patients on common indigestion drugs like lansoprazole and omeprazole to never stop suddenly and request dosage reviews to manage side effects.
A new study highlights the difficulties UK GPs face in treating childhood obesity, citing time constraints and limited resources as key barriers to effective care.
A doctor explains why ignoring the urge to go to the toilet can lead to constipation, bloating, and long-term digestive issues, urging people to prioritise health over embarrassment.
A UK-based general practitioner has identified three specific medications he prefers not to prescribe to patients, citing concerns about effectiveness and side effects compared to alternative treatments.
A new 'three strikes' rule is being rolled out across all GP practices in England to improve diagnosis and prevent unnecessary deaths, inspired by Jessica Brady's case.
The family of Catherine Brady, 73, say Cowdenbeath GP staff failed to spot her heart attack symptoms. They are demanding urgent changes to emergency procedures.
New posters promoting Jess's rule, urging GPs to reconsider diagnoses after three appointments, are now in every English GP practice. A tribute to Jessica Brady, it aims to save lives.
The GP who first alerted police to triple mushroom killer Erin Patterson has shut his clinic, citing a regulator order and lack of support. Read the full story on the fallout.
The Royal College of GPs warns AI and social media harms are a public health issue, urging government action to protect children's wellbeing. Read the full story.
A new patient safety rule, inspired by Jessica Brady's tragic death, urges GPs to reconsider diagnoses after three appointments. The initiative aims to prevent missed serious illnesses like cancer.
Every GP surgery in England will display Jess's Rule posters, a new protocol urging doctors to reassess patients after three visits. The move honours Jessica Brady, who died in 2020.
A new patient safety initiative named 'Jess's Rule' is being introduced to all GP practices in England, urging doctors to reconsider diagnoses if symptoms persist. Learn how it aims to save lives.
A new 'three strikes' rule named after Jessica Brady is being promoted across England's GP surgeries to prevent missed diagnoses and save lives. Learn how it empowers patients and clinicians.
A new patient safety rule, inspired by Jessica Brady's tragic death, is being advertised in every GP surgery in England to prompt earlier diagnosis of serious illnesses like cancer.
Analysis reveals the proportion of fully bulk-billing GP clinics in Australia has nearly doubled to 40.2% following new Medicare incentives. Discover the regional disparities and expert critiques.
Analysis reveals a dramatic surge in fully bulk-billing GP clinics across Australia following new government incentives, though access disparities persist. Discover the full impact.
A Nottingham GP has been suspended for five months after falsifying patient appointments to be on time for the school run. Read the full details of the misconduct tribunal.
A Nottingham GP has been suspended for five months after dishonestly creating fake appointments to leave work on time for the school run. Read the full tribunal details.
New figures reveal 1.7 million patients waited over a month for a GP appointment in November. The Liberal Democrats condemn the 'damning failure'. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive NHS data reveals a sharp rise in patients waiting over a month for a GP appointment since Labour took office. Read the full analysis and the political fallout.
A leading medical accountant warns of mass GP surgery closures within five years unless funding and business models are urgently overhauled. Discover the crisis facing primary care.
An NHS GP urges families to reassess dementia care over Christmas, highlighting key signs that specialist support may be needed. Plan for safety and dignity.
A Leeds GP has been suspended for six months after admitting she 'could have killed someone' by driving drunk and crashing outside a school. Read the full tribunal details.
A parent of disabled children praises the new GP online booking system as an immense improvement, while letters also cover junior doctors' strikes, HS2 delays, and the trials of piano practice.
A damning NAO report reveals only 18% of frail patients had a fall risk assessment in 2024/25. GPs cite unsustainable workloads as the NHS faces a crisis in elderly care.
An NHS GP predicts the end of doctors' approval letters for extreme activities after a student paralysed in a skydive sues for £15m. Read why GPs are refusing to sign.
ITV's Dr Amir Khan lists five crucial signs, including a persistent cough and blood in urine, that warrant a GP appointment. Learn when to seek help and ease winter A&E pressure.
Pamela Cook, 65, died months after her dizziness was dismissed as depression. Her family is now fundraising for Brain Tumour Research to improve glioblastoma detection and treatment.