Issue 6, 2024

The latest edition of Modern Medicine is now available for you to read. We have some great articles featured in this edition:

  • Ethics (CPD) – The healing power of relationships
  • Technology – Supercharge your medical practice for efficiency and proitability
  • Orthopaedics (CPD)– Maxillo Fractures in General Practice
  • Endocrinology (CPD) – Skeletal Fragility in Type 2 Diabetes :Assessment and Management
  • A RoundUp Section & many more….

Also, a reminder that, not only do we have CPD questions available within the magazine itself, we also have an online CPD portal that allows you to score even more points by simply completing your test online.

January 3, 2025 by Uncategorized 0

RSV: Understanding the Silent Threat and the Power of Prevention

RSV: Understanding the Silent Threat and the Power of Prevention

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major yet often overlooked cause of respiratory illness worldwide, especially dangerous to infants, young children and other vulnerable populations. RSV remains a significant contributor to seasonal respiratory infections and severe complications, particularly among high-risk groups. Despite the seemingly mild symptoms, RSV can lead to severe illness and even hospitalisation. The emergence of RSV vaccines promises a substantial advancement in preventive healthcare, highlighting the essential role of vaccination and other preventive measures in reducing RSV’s health impact.

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January 3, 2025 by Pulmonology 0

Maxillofacial Fractures in General Practice

Maxillofacial Fractures in General Practice

Maxillofacial fractures are a common presentation within general practice, particularly fractures associated with low-impact trauma, and in rural and remote settings. Recognising the key clinical features of different types of maxillofacial fractures and red flags for urgent referral can help GPs investigate and manage patients with these injuries

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January 3, 2025 by Orthopaedics 0

Omega-3s are Important for Kids’ Brain Development

Omega-3s are Important for Kids’ Brain Development

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential dietary fatty acids, playing important roles in neural, visual, immune, cardiovascular, integumentary system, and connective tissue functions. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are especially critical in the developing brain and retina, with DHA playing a role in brain and eye function, while EPA has been linked to cardiovascular function, inflammation and immunity.

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January 3, 2025 by Paediatrics 0

Crystal Arthritis – Managing Gout and Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease

Crystal Arthritis – Managing Gout and Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease

Crystal arthritis is a commonly encountered musculoskeletal presentation. Most of these presentations are related to gout or calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease (CPPD), with patients treated for acute and chronic arthritis. Demonstration of crystals in synovial fluid on polarising light microscopy is the gold standard for diagnosis but clinical features and imaging can assist. Anti-inflammatory therapies are available for the management of acute gout flares and CPPD, and urate-lowering therapy for long-term gout management.

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January 3, 2025 by Rheumatology 0

The Challenges of Diagnosing and Treating Comorbidities in Substance Abuse Treatment

The Challenges of Diagnosing and Treating Comorbidities in Substance Abuse Treatment

Patients with substance use disorders may present with other mental or physical comorbidities or both . Comorbidity of substance use disorders and other mental disorders refers to the co-occurrence of a substance use disorder and another mental disorder in the same patient.

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January 3, 2025 by Rehabilitation 0

Skeletal Fragility in Type 2 Diabetes: Assessment and Management

Skeletal Fragility in Type 2 Diabetes: Assessment and Management

Skeletal fragility is increasingly recognised as a complication of diabetes, with patients with type 2 diabetes at a higher risk of some fragility fractures. The underlying metabolic contributors to skeletal fragility in T2DM are complex and include obesity, hyperinsulinaemia, hyperglycaemia and advanced glycation end products. Extra considerations are required during the calculation of fracture risk for these patients, as well as for the selection of the most suitable investigations and treatments. Currently available osteoporosis treatments are safe and effective in T2DM.

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January 3, 2025 by Endocrinology 0

The Healing Power of Relationships

The Healing Power of Relationships

Human beings are designed to connect and build relationships. These connections can have a profound impact on the health and well-being of those involved. The doctor–patient relationship is an important driver of clinical outcomes – both in promoting desired results and in preventing adverse outcomes. Research in psychotherapy reveals that the nature of the therapist–client relationship accounts for approximately 45% of therapy’s effectiveness.

Modern Medicine – Issue 6 2024.

January 3, 2025 by Ethics 0

Issue 5, 2024

The latest edition of Modern Medicine is now available for you to read. We have some great articles featured in this edition:

  • Ethics (CPD) – The impact of fragmented care on Healthcare
  • Dermatology – Insights from EADV Congress 2024
  • Cardiology (CPD)– Resistant Hypertension | An approach to management
  • Endocrinology (CPD) – Mitochondria | It is all about energy
  • A RoundUp Section & many more….

Also, a reminder that, not only do we have CPD questions available within the magazine itself, we also have an online CPD portal that allows you to score even more points by simply completing your test online.

November 6, 2024 by Uncategorized

The Bacteriostatic Effect of Hibiscus in UTIs

The Bacteriostatic Effect of Hibiscus in UTIs

Antibiotic therapy has traditionally been chosen for the treatment and prevention of urinary tract infection (UTI). Long-term use of antibiotics however not only increases medical expenses but also promotes antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria. Hence, an alternative therapy for UTI is required to replace the long-term usage of antibiotics. Hibiscus sabdariffa has been shown to have a bacteriostatic effect against the uropathogenic bacteria isolated from UTIs.

Modern Medicine – Issue 5 2024.

November 6, 2024 by Urology
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