Wellington barrister Gaeline Phipps says a conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol doesn’t have to be the end of the world, but it should be a wake-up call
GP Cathy Stephenson runs through the realistic expectations you should have regarding the use of recreational drugs by young people, then provides advice for minimising the harm associated with this risky behaviour
WHO estimates that harmful alcohol consumption is the seventh leading cause of global death and disability. Here, gastroenterologist Alan Fraser discusses the effects of alcohol on parts of the digestive system
This article, written by Martin Woodbridge, centres on increasing practitioners’ knowledge about drug misuse, and on advice to enhance professional judgement, attitudes and communication skills
GP Cathy Stephenson says alcohol use can have longlasting impacts on the lives of young people, so health professionals must be proactive in bringing this subject up in consultations
On a busy Sunday, Timothy comes in saying that everyone thinks he is crazy. GP Jonathan Bentley explains what isn’t helping the situation, as well as what his patient can do to move forward
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management