Monkeypox, a viral zoonotic disease, has gained significant attention in recent years due to its increasing prevalence outside of its endemic regions. While historically confined to Central and West Africa, monkeypox has emerged as a global concern, especially following the 2022 outbreak. This outbreak was one of the largest and most widespread occurrences of monkeypox […]

Dear Colleagues, 

We hope you are enjoying the summer holidays and taking time to relax and recharge. August is not only a time for vacations but also an excellent opportunity to reflect on recent developments in healthcare and general practice.

In this post, we will be focusing on the critical topic of safeguarding children and adults in the UK. Safeguarding is a fundamental aspect of ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals, and it is a responsibility that we all share. This edition will highlight the key aspects of safeguarding, current legislation, serious case reviews, best practices, and ways you can contribute to creating a safer environment for everyone.

As we move through the year, healthcare in the UK continues to evolve with new challenges and opportunities. Here, we bring you the latest updates, insights, and our exciting upcoming courses designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in primary care and beyond. 

What is Swine Flu? Swine flu, also known as H1N1 influenza, is a strain of influenza that originates from pigs and can infect humans. It has caused several outbreaks since it was first identified in 2009. Swine flu causes upper and sometimes lower respiratory tract infections, with symptoms such as a runny nose, cough, fever, […]

Dear Belmatt community, In a significant stride towards enhancing the visibility of rare diseases, Jeshni Amblum-Almer, Course Director at Belmatt Healthcare Training, chaired the “Medically Unexplained Symptoms Conference” held in London on May 1, 2024. This event, hosted by the Forgotten Patients Charity with notable contributions and sponsorship from Belmatt Healthcare Training, underscored the critical […]

The proton pump inhibitor (PPI), introduced in 1989, reflected a major medical therapeutic breakthrough in the treatment of peptic ulcers and GORD, resulting in more rapid healing of the lesions and symptom relief. Now, PPIs are the cornerstone in the management of gastric and duodenal ulcers, dyspepsia, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), Zollinger–Ellison (ZE) syndrome, Helicobacter […]

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