NHS Doctor's Essential Advice for Women Who Feel Ignored by GPs Friday, March 13, 2026 women health nhs gp menstruation symptoms endometriosis pcos diagnosis diary It’s a troubling reality that many women feel their health concerns are overlooked during medical appointments. Symptoms like low mood, exhaustion, and unexplained pain are often dismissed as “just part of your … Read More
NHS GP Urges Patients to Avoid ‘Blind Trust’ in Diagnoses and Emphasizes Informed Trust Thursday, March 12, 2026 nhs gp trust diagnosis healthcare medicine communication patientcare medicalerrors empathy Dr Leen Tannous, a London-based NHS GP who also works in private healthcare, has shared a frank perspective on patient trust in doctors. Speaking on Instagram, she cautions patients against blindly trusting medical diagnoses … Read More
GP Explains NHS 9-Minute Rule and What Happens If You're Late to Your Appointment Wednesday, March 11, 2026 nhs gp appointment healthcare punctuality latepolicy dnas pharmacists patientcare scheduling Booking a GP appointment through the NHS can often feel like a challenging task due to high demand and limited availability, despite recent efforts to improve access. When you do secure an appointment, arriving on time … Read More
BBC Doctor Reveals Crucial Advice for Anyone Taking Medication in the UK Friday, February 27, 2026 medication healthcare pharmacology prescriptions patientsafety sideeffects gp pharmacist nhs patientcare During a recent appearance on BBC Morning Live, Dr Punam Krishan emphasized the importance of patients actively questioning their GPs whenever prescribed new medication. Addressing hosts Greg Rutherford and Louise Minchin, … Read More
BBC Doctor Highlights Crucial Advice for Anyone on Medication in the UK Friday, February 27, 2026 medication healthcare prescription sideeffects gp pharmacist patientinfo nhs mhra safety During a recent appearance on BBC Morning Live, Dr Punam Krishan emphasized the importance of patients actively engaging with their doctors about any new medication prescribed. Speaking to hosts Greg Rutherford and Louise … Read More
Every GP Surgery in England to Implement New 'Three Appointment Rule' Saturday, January 17, 2026 jesssrule gp diagnosis patientsafety cancer primarycare nhs healthcare diagnosisdelay medicalpolicy Starting this week, every GP surgery across England will introduce a new policy known as “Jess’s Rule,” a system designed to improve diagnosis accuracy and patient safety after multiple consultations. This initiative is named … Read More