The UK is trapped in a “mental health crisis,” according to the Royal College of Psychiatrists, with demand for services soaring. This could be said about many other services in the NHS. People are complex beings not uniform machines this is why medicine is interesting. Assessing ill people takes skill and time. Skill is learnt …
Despite accomplishments, many individuals struggle with persistent self-doubt and a fear of being exposed as a “fraud.” Understanding imposter syndrome can help us recognise it within ourselves and develop strategies to overcome it. The dictionary definition is, “the persistent inability to believe that one’s success is deserved or has been legitimatelyachieved as a result of one’s own efforts or skills. …
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Burnout is a state of chronic exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, leading to emotional depletion, detachment, and a decline in performance. The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies burnout as an occupational phenomenon, primarily linked to workplace stress, but it can affect anyone experiencing persistent pressure and overwhelming demands. Common signs of burnout include: Factors that contribute …
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As you would anticipate this time of year there are increasing respiratory infections. Some people are nervous about the human metapneumovirus and that it may lead to another pandemic. However, health officials reassured the public by saying that, China and other countries are simply experiencing the seasonal increase in hMPV typically seen in winter. As the …
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Loneliness is not the same as being alone. Some people are content with little social contact and others may find that lonely. Some people experience chronic loneliness. Many of us feel lonely from time to time. Feelings of loneliness are personal, so everyone’s experience will be different. You can have lots of social contact and …
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The importance of flu vaccinations is to be considered especially for those at risk of severe illness or complications of a flu illness. Flu can lead to complications and hospitalisation. Vaccination is the most effective way to protect against flu. The flu, or influenza, is a contagious respiratory illness that can cause mild to severe …
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Assisted dying, is complex and contentious. While proponents argue it offers a compassionate option for those suffering unbearable pain, opponents raise serious ethical concerns. The UK Parliament is debating MP Kim Leadbeater’s assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales this month with a vote next week, 29th November 2024. The i newspaper reported that 54% …
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Every November men grow moustaches for charities raising money for men’s health, including men’s mental health which requires urgent attention. Here is why.. Four in five suicides are by men, with suicide the biggest cause of death for men under 35. In 2022, men aged 40 to 54 had the highest suicide rates in …
Natural disasters—like hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires, and floods—leave physical destruction that is visible and immediate. However, they also deeply affect mental well-being, creating a hidden aftermath that can linger long after the event itself has passed. When a natural disaster strikes, it disrupts people’s lives. Many are forced to confront loss: of loved ones, homes, communities, and …
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What does the money raised in the budget mean to health and how will the tax rises affect those working in health and social care? From next April, employers will have to pay NI at 15% on salaries above £5,000, instead of 13.8% on salaries above £9,100 currently. The NHS and rest of the public …
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