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Needlestick injuries - Northern Ireland
Time to read article: 3 mins
Needlestick injuries can be classified as any piercing wound caused by a hypodermic needle, or by other sharp instruments or objects such as scalpels, mounted needles, broken glassware, etc. This factsheet sets out the main concerns for healthcare professionals and what to do when needlestick injuries happen.
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Giving evidence - Northern Ireland
Time to read article: 4 mins
As a doctor, you may be asked to give evidence in many different types of tribunals, including criminal or civil courts, the coroner’s court and employment or mental health tribunals. This factsheet gives further information about what to expect and how to prepare.
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Help the aged
Help the aged
Time to read article: 8 mins
Elderly people are the fastest growing demographic in the UK. But are care levels rising to meet their needs? Sara Williams meets a surgery in Northampton who have improved their continuity of care, and changed the face of practice
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Lost in translation
Time to read article: 5 mins
Jonathan Haslam looks at the difficulties created for general practice by the increasing numbers of non-English speakers in the UK.
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Safeguarding children FAQs - Scotland
Time to read article: 3 mins
The GMC states that “doctors play a crucial role in protecting children from abuse and neglect”. Child maltreatment includes neglect and physical, sexual and emotional abuse. The following frequently asked questions are designed to advise MPS members what to do and who to contact, should they suspect children are at risk of, or are experiencing, harm.
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Articles and features
14/09/2014
Coping with alcoholism as a doctor
Coping with alcoholism as a doctor
Time to read article: 4 mins
Learning how to manage stress is a huge part of being a good doctor. Consultant anaesthetist Dr Rachel Black opens up about her struggles with alcohol and how she overcame them
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Articles and features
14/09/2014
Working in O&G in South Africa
Working in O&G in South Africa
Time to read article: 3 mins
Dr Dorcas (Dee) Obeng shares her observations working in a hospital outside Johannesburg
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Preparing for a nightshift
Dr Pallavi Bradshaw, MPS medicolegal adviser, gives junior doctors guidance on the best way to prepare for a night shift. She explains what they need before, during and after to ensure the shift runs smoothly.
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Articles and features
01/09/2014
Think before you tweet
Think before you tweet
Time to read article: 3 mins
What happens on tour stays on tour, but what happens on Twitter stays on Google forever. Doctors should be cautious when posting on social media sites, says Jack Kellett assistant web editor.
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