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Following on from the sports cardiology conference update in New Zealand Doctor, 28 March, this article discusses some other topics in cardiovascular medicine that are relevant for GPs looking after active people

Acting clinical editor Gayle Robins rounds up the clinical education content in the latest issue of New Zealand Doctor

The walks of life of those making up a general practice’s patient list makes the world of the GP a very eclectic experience

For the otherwise well adult who does not need antibiotics for their cold and (possibly) flu symptoms, what advice can you reasonably offer beyond hot lemon and a pain reliever?

A teacher returns to cardiac health after hospital admission for recent-onset chest pains, and a new medical challenge must be faced. Auckland cardiologist Chris Ellis discusses the interplay between cardiology and oncology in this case

Chronic cough is defined as a cough persisting beyond eight weeks. This simple enough definition belies the complexities of the condition, as reviewed here

People with dementia are often less able to identify, define and report the pain they feel, so it takes extra attention to make sure this aspect of care is not missed

Patients receiving the herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine are much less likely to be hospitalised for the effects of shingles, and less likely to suffer loss of independence

Primary mental health and addiction programmes have improved care for people with mild-to-moderate MHA needs, seen by GPs; however, there remains a group with moderate-to-severe, complex and, often, enduring MHA needs who still need to be seen in primary care

This second of two articles on paediatric burns reviews the normal process of wound healing, practical measures to support this and treatment options for problem scarring after burns