Accelerated renal function deterioration in a Type 1 diabetic. Purpose of case study: Patient (male aged 46) was found to have diminishing renal function over a course of 6 years. This led to a complete renal failure. There were no intrinsic renal disease or post-renal reasons for deterioration in kidney function. However, there had been […]

I am honoured to step into the role of President of the General Practice and Primary Care Section at the Royal Society of Medicine. As the first nurse in this role, I look forward to jointly planning interprofessional events and working collaboratively with other organisations and sections in the council. I have had a diverse […]

The Current Climate of Cardiomyopathy Cardiomyopathy better known as ‘heart failure’ caused by various factors can be very debilitating and detrimental to a person’s quality of life. Many patients complain of undue breathlessness and unable to carry out their normal daily activities of life because of their symptoms, and sometimes may become fatigued, depressed and […]