10 chronic pain facts We will describe 10 facts about chronic pain. Key Points Chronic pain is a complex condition requiring multidisciplinary management Affects physical and mental health, impacting quality of life It is poorly understood But accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment is essential Alot can be done. 1. Definition Chronic pain: persists beyond expected […]
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10 heartburn facts In this article we will describe 10 facts about heartburn. Key Points Heartburn is a very common condition, affecting up to 25% of UK adults. Heartburn is a burning pain in the chest or upper abdomen. The cause of heartburn is unknown. But it it is thought to occur when stomach acid […]
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Donald Trump’s medical record (2018) The assessment was conducted by Dr Ronny Jackson, on January 12, 2018, at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Centre. Its purpose was to provide the public with an update of the president’s current health status and to ensure the president continues to enjoy all the benefits of good health. […]
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How much do clothes weigh? About 1.5 kg (3 pounds). If you are trying to lose weight, and calorie counting, you may be weighing yourself on different scales, with clothes on/off/half on etc. The data below will help you factor in the weight of your clothes. Your weight minus 1.5 kg, if you have light […]
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When should I see a doctor about back pain? Back pain red flag symptoms Sometimes back pain is a sign of a more serious problem. Here are some ‘red flag’ symptoms that are a concern. If you have these as well, it is important to see a doctor soon. Age <18 years and >60 years […]
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What is a prolapsed (‘slipped’) disc? A ‘slipped disc’ occurs when the gel-like centre of one of the cushions between the vertebrae (building locks of spine) escapes from its outer casing. A fragment may cause pressure on one or more of the nerves which supplies the legs causing leg pain (‘sciatica’). As with most low […]
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How to live with chronic back pain What can you do to relieve chronic back pain? Here are 7 ways to treat chronic back pain. back pain is considered chronic when it is present for more than three months. Back pain is often due to a simple mechanical cause, that doesn’t need treatment itself. Common […]
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List of previous medical schools in the UK Some of the standalone medical schools below no longer exist. Some exist as part of mergers (some merged more than once). Charing Cross (London) – 1821-1984. In 1984, Westminster and Charing Cross merged to form the Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School. In 1997, Imperial College School […]
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List of medical schools in the UK There are currently 47 medical schools in the UK, registered with the GMC. Four are in the planning stage, so there will be 51 medical schools. Of the current forty-seven medical schools, there are thirty-seven medical schools in England, five in Scotland, three in Wales and two in […]
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History of medical schools in the UK In this article we will describe the history of medical schools in the UK. The first medical school in the United Kingdom was established at the University of Edinburgh in 1726. This was followed by Glasgow in 1744, although the school was without a teaching hospital until 1794. […]
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