5 Ways to Keep Your Lungs Healthy The lungs are two large, spongy organs located within the thoracic cavity, protected by the rib cage. They continuously exchange gases—taking in oxygen for cellular m...
What is ‘Cost of Living’ vs ‘Salary’ for a resident/intern doctor in London vs New York, Sydney and Dublin? As of March 2026, the financial reality for a doctor depends less on...
How Much Do NHS Resident (Junior) Doctors Earn Compared to US, Australia and Ireland? When you compare the UK to the US, Australia, and Ireland, resident (previously called ‘junior’) docto...
How Much Do Resident (Junior) Doctors Earn Compared to the Private Sector? Comparing resident doctor salaries to the private sector in the UK is complex because “private practice” for doct...
Checklist of questions you should ask the hospital doctor during the morning ward round It is a great idea to be prepared. Ward rounds move fast—consultants often see 20 to 30 patients in a single mor...
5 Common Causes of Lower GI Bleeding: When to Worry and When to See a Doctor Lower Gastrointestinal (LGI) bleeding originates anywhere from the small intestine down to the colon, rectum, or anus. Whil...
5 Common Causes of Upper GI Bleeding: When to Worry and When to See a Doctor Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI) bleeding originates in the oesophagus, stomach, or the first part of the small intestine (duod...
5 Common Causes of GI Bleeding: When to Worry and When to See a Doctor Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is a clinical sign, not a diagnosis in itself. It can be a frightening experience, but the color, ...
Why Is A ‘Pre-op’ Essential For Surgery? If you have a surgery scheduled, your hospital will likely book you for a pre-operative (pre-op) assessment. To the patient, this can sometimes fee...
Medical Red Flags: When to Worry and See a Doctor Physical health red flags are warning signs that something may be wrong in your body. These symptoms can sometimes indicate a serious underlying condi...
