NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the One Hundred and Eleventh Annual General Meeting of the Union will be held at Mackintosh House, 120 Blythswood Street, Glasgow, on Friday 19th September 2014
Drug driving
Doctors and other prescribers now have a legal duty to advise patients on the legal implications of driving whilst impaired through the use of prescription drugs.
New 'Risk Factor' video - sports medicine
CHECK out MDDUS Risk Management's latest "Risk Factor" video interview on the topic of sports medicine.
Five top prescribing tips for new doctors
UK-wide medical defence organisation MDDUS is issuing prescribing tips for new graduates embarking on their first hospital jobs next week.
Capacity to consent
Case study on whether a 73-year old dementia patient has the mental capacity to look after his own affairs.
Doctors urged not to prescribe for family members overseas
Doctors are urged to refrain from prescribing drugs for family or friends overseas, says UK-wide medical defence organisation MDDUS.
Failure to renew registration could disrupt patient care
Healthcare professionals are reminded to ensure that they and their staff pay annual registration fees on time or risk being temporarily banned from practising, says UK-wide medical defence organisation MDDUS.
Ensure dental care professionals renew registration
Dentists are reminded to ensure their staff pay their Annual Retention Fee (ARF) on time as failure to do so will result in them being temporarily unable to carry out their duties, says UK-wide dental defence organisation MDDUS.
Doctor volunteers will be protected during Games
UK-wide medical defence organisation MDDUS is pleased to offer access to indemnity for members working in a voluntary capacity at the forthcoming Commonwealth Games.
Get ready and let the Games begin
Medical and dental practices are urged to take steps now to avoid any potential staff issues during the forthcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.