Is There Such a Thing as a ‘Normal’ Person? Understanding the Myth of Normality The short answer is yes and no. Whilst we use the word “normal” daily to describe behavior, inte...
How Often Should GFR Be Monitored in CKD? Keep track of your kidney data with PKB Monitoring kidney function is a key part of managing chronic kidney disease (CKD). One of the most important markers i...
Do I Need an NHS Certificate for Free Prescriptions in 2026? Whether you need a specific NHS certificate for free prescriptions depends entirely on where you live and your personal circumstances. In 2...
I’ve Run Out of My Medication: How to Get an Emergency Prescription Fast Whether you forgot to order your repeat prescription or you’re away from home, you can usually obtain an emergency supply...
What does the gall bladder do? (5 functions) The gallbladder is a small but specialised organ in the digestive system. While many people only hear about it when they develop gallstones, it plays a vit...
How much is 1 PA of an NHS consultants time worth? If you are an NHS consultant or an aspiring one, understanding the financial and temporal value of a Programmed Activity (PA) is essential for effect...
How to Spot the Signs of Skin Cancer: A Visual Guide Identifying Melanoma, SCC, and BCC Before They Spread Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer worldwide. While most cases are caused by ultra...
Can You Be ‘Fat but Fit’? Metabolic Health vs. Body Weight The question of whether one can be ‘fat and healthy’ is at the heart of a major shift in modern medicine. While tradi...
What is a Normal Human Being? There is no such thing as a normal human being, as there is such a wide range of normality (both anatomy and physiology). Let’s look at those ranges. Anatomy Height...
0.9% saline is neither normal nor physiological ‘Saline’ (also known as saline solution) is a mixture of sodium chloride (salt, NaCl) and water. The medical use of saline began around 1831...
