What are the best 5 contraceptive methods? Here are the top 5 contraceptive methods. We list them from most to least reliable. 1. Sterilisation procedures Such as vasectomy for men and tubal ligation for women, permanently prevent pregnancy. 2. Intra-uterine devices (IUDs) Are small, T-shaped devices that are inserted into the uterus to prevent fertilisation. […]
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Should I chase up my doctor? (yes) Yes, yes and yes. [“OK, we have got it” MyHSN Ed.] In fact. Check, check and check again. This is the simplest and most important piece of advice on this website. Let’s repeat that. [“OK OK, yes, we HAVE got it, thankyou” MyHSN Ed] Here are some examples […]
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What is a clinical nurse specialist or advanced nurse practitioner (CNS/ANP)? A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) or advanced nurse practitioner (ANP) is a registered nurse (RN) who has undergone extra medical training to work alongside doctors and nurses, and other AHPs – to diagnose and treat patients. CNS/ANPs have undertaken an extra master’s or doctoral level degree. They […]
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How to make a complaint about a doctor In this article we will describe how to make a complaint about a doctor. Doctors and nurses are human, and sometimes make mistakes. A good doctor will admit the mistake to you and your family immediately and ask to meet to apologise and explain what happened. But mistakes can […]
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Working in rheumatology – 5 pros and 5 cons Rheumatologists are considered to be one of the last of the general physicians, offering a career in medicine that is uniquely positioned to provide long term care to patients. When considering a career in rheumatology, these few points may give you an idea of what to […]
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Working in histopathology: 5 pros and 5 cons This page is mainly written for medical students and junior doctors – for those who are considering a career in Histopathology, to those who have never heard of the speciality! Histopathology is a really hidden career that many students don’t know about so this article will let […]
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What is a teaching hospital? Teaching hospitals are usually large and based in or near the centre of a region of the UK – usually in a big city. They often have 600-1200 beds. They are linked to universities and usually have a linked medical school; where medical students are trained to be doctors. They […]
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What is a general hospital? They are usually smaller local hospitals, as compared to regional teaching hospitals. They often have 300-500 beds. They used to be called District General Hospitals (DGHs). Most have a full range of services, e.g. Accident and Emergency (A&E) department (usually) Outpatient clinics X-ray department Operating theatres. Operations and procedures are done there. […]
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Do’s and don’ts of visiting someone in hospital Visiting someone – a loved one – in hospital is usually a positive thing for them, and you. So. Let’s talk about visiting someone in hospital – do’s and don’ts. And go through them now. 7 Do’s 1. Check the visiting hours before you go 2. Find […]
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When should I see a doctor about a skin rash? Skin rashes are common and can be itchy, unsightly and irritating. But when should you see a doctor? In this article we will describe 10 reasons to see a doctor about a skin rash. Cellulitis This condition is a medical emergency. Urgent care is required, including […]
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