Delve into the complexities of myeloma and learn tips for diagnosing this tricky cancer. Discover the impact of Ramadan on diabetes management, including effective strategies for patients on metformin. The hosts share humorous stories and fostering community spirit among medical professionals. A detailed exploration of advancements in myeloma treatment highlights the importance of timely diagnoses. With updated guidelines and helpful resources, this discussion is essential for improving patient outcomes in primary care.
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Health Promotion During Ramadan
Use Ramadan as a health promotion opportunity to encourage smoking cessation and healthier habits.
Leverage community spirit during Ramadan to motivate physical activity and behavior change.
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Metformin Dose Adjustments for Ramadan
Adjust metformin dosing during Ramadan fasting: take with evening meal if once daily.
For thrice daily immediate release metformin, combine two doses at evening meal and one at early morning meal.
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Drying Hands on Patient's Leggings
A clinician accidentally dried hands with a patient's leggings during exam due to lack of towels.
The patient didn't comment on damp clothes, illustrating unexpected clinic moments.
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Grab your trainers, your dog lead, or a cuppa and join us for some free CPD as we have another relaxed round up of recent Red Whale primary care Pearls of wisdom. In the second of two episodes this month, Fiona and Nik discuss:
What jumped out at us from our brand new video byte: ‘Ramadan - Impact on diabetes and other chronic illnesses’
Spotting Myeloma… let’s make it less tricky. Myeloma has been a popular topic in our recent Cancer and GP Update courses. So, to celebrate the launch of the NEW season of GP Update courses we wanted to share this Pearl on myeloma.
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And hear a best intentions story that will have you checking what you’re drying your hands with!
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