Vitamin B12 deficiency is an often overlooked condition in primary care, yet its impact on maternal and infant health can be significant. For infants, adequate vitamin B12 intake is essential for healthy brain development, nerve function, and overall growth. Since infants rely entirely on their mother’s B12 stores during pregnancy and breastfeeding, ensuring optimal maternal […]

As 2025 begins, we start the New Year, here at Belmatt Healthcare Training, we want to take a moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made last year, share some exciting updates, and express our gratitude for your continued support. Healthcare continues to evolve as our roles within a dynamic workforce require flexibility and continuos […]

The Importance of Advanced Practice in Primary Care Advanced Practice is a cornerstone of modern healthcare in the UK, particularly within primary care, where practitioners handle a broad range of clinical responsibilities. The advanced practice programmes at Belmatt equips healthcare professionals with the skills needed to manage complex cases, make informed clinical decisions, and ultimately […]

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 […]

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, […]

This blog discusses the rising number of cases of measles in the United Kingdom.

Introduction As the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) seeks to evolve and adapt to current healthcare challenges, the importance of capitalising on the skills and expertise of all healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, has become increasingly evident. Their integration into primary care teams within the UK to enhance the delivery and effectiveness of patient care has […]

Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, is a common condition that affects up to 13 million people in the UK. It is caused by an IgE-mediated hypersensitivity reaction to pollen, resulting in inflammation of the nasal mucosa and conjunctiva. Hay fever symptoms can include sneezing, rhinorrhoea, nasal congestion, pruritus, and ocular irritation. Hay fever can impair […]

When was the last time you issued a prescription for a Controlled drug or any other drug that you suspect to be misused/ abused? Probably not that long ago, Right! Let’s find out more: What do you do when you see: Scenario A · There is a known and linked Diagnosis · It seems justified […]

An Overview of the Monkeypox Outbreak in 2022 Monkeypox is a rare infection found primarily in parts of west or central Africa. The disease is caused by the monkeypox virus which belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus. This is the same family of viruses as cowpox and smallpox. One of the symptoms of Monkeypox is a […]