The story of a vaccination
As the UK begins to administer its first approved Covid vaccine, Allan Gaw looks at the key role played by an 18th century British doctor in the battle against infectious disease
Investigating a death - giving evidence
Key advice on attending a coroner's inquest or fatal accident inquiry - second in a two part series
Covid-19 has caused regulatory corners to be cut
MDDUS CEO Chris Kenny spoke at a recent Professional Standards Authority symposium, looking at some of the key changes that regulators have made in response to the pandemic.
Alcohol and the workplace
Employment law adviser Janice Sibbald discusses the importance of having a practice policy on alcohol and drug use
Call log
A range of common - and not so common - queries from GPs and practice managers.
Domestic abuse and remote consulting
HOUSEHOLD isolation measures during the pandemic have increased risks for those under threat from domestic abuse. A majority of clinical interactions now being undertaken remotely means reduced opportunities to recognise and act on cases
Domestic abuse and remote consulting
HOUSEHOLD isolation measures during the pandemic have increased risks for those under threat from domestic abuse. A majority of clinical interactions now being undertaken remotely means reduced opportunities to recognise and act on cases
Wellbeing: Lockdown self care
MDDUS medico-legal adviser Dr Emily Shepherd and her dachshund Daphne explain in a short video how she looks after her mental health and wellbeing
Vignette: William Price (1800-1893)
Welsh doctor, archdruid and advocate of cremation
Seasonal gifts from patients
It’s a common dilemma for clinicians – when are "tokens of gratitude" more than just that and is it ever really okay to accept a gift from a patient?