Prostate cancer consultations are common in primary care and there is no one approach to testing and treatment that fits all patients. Urologist Simon van Rij discusses the key considerations and options for personalised care, appropriate investigation and treatment
Metered-dose inhalers No.1 one villain: General practice small emissions source but key influencer
Metered-dose inhalers No.1 one villain: General practice small emissions source but key influencer
GPs play a vital part in reducing emissions by adopting strategies including reducing medication waste and promoting active transport, writes Dermot Coffey
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