Antidepressants are some of the most commonly prescribed medications in primary care. As such, it is important to understand the...

Delivery by Caesarean section is becoming more and more common in the world of obstetrics, particularly in the developed world. As such,...

Eyes are perhaps the most delicate of all the organs in the body, and require special attention and care to manage. Red eyes are a common...

Tendinopathies are a common musculoskeletal presentation in the physiotherapy and sports medicine spheres, and are often a result of...

Compartment Syndrome is a surgical emergency and requires a keen clinical eye to diagnose and manage. It can be a cause of excruciating...

Pain is something we have all felt. We overview how some of the main painkillers work as well as common side effects. Stronger...

Seizures are a neurological phenomenon seen in 0.5-1% of all people. There are a variety of causes and types, and a careful clinical...

Diuretics are one of the most commonly used classes of medication in both the hospital and primary care setting. While their primary use...

Ascending cholangitis is a critically important and very serious presentation of abdominal pain, but if picked up early can be managed...

Nutrition is a vital consideration in healthcare, made all the more important in caring for those who have issues with absorption (either...

Anti-psychotics (APs) are surprisingly the second most prescribed medication. Consequently, it is important to understand how to safely...

Vertigo is the feeling that the world is spinning. This form of dizziness is important to differentiate from other causes such as syncope...

Diabetes is one of the most common conditions seen in medicine today, and as such its medications are being increasingly prescribed. As a...

Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disorder of salt channels. Although, it is often diagnosed on newborn screening it has life...

Obesity and overweight are conditions that are extremely common worldwide. This could be due to lifestyle factors, such as poor exercise...

Antiepileptics are common medications that are used to treat seizures and manage their risk of occurring. In this video, we outline the...

Hypothermia and hyperthermia are medical emergencies that can lead to end organ failure if not effectively managed. We talk about the...

Anti coagulant are common medications that reduce the chance of clot formation. We explain the different options and why one patient may...

Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory condition that occurs typically 2-4 weeks after a streptococcal infection. It is a type II...

Haematemesis, or vomiting blood, can be a symptom of an upper GI bleed. This should not be confused with haemoptysis, coughing up blood,...