GPs told to recommend phone app to tackle middle-aged inactivity
GPs have been urged to crack down on middle-aged inactivity after Public Health England (PHE) found ...
GP consultations not long enough to provide advice on exercise, says RCGP
GPs are less likely to ask patients about physical activity because 10-minute appointments are 'unfi...
'Weak' childhood obesity strategy criticised by GPs
The highly-anticipated childhood obesity strategy has come under fire from the BMA and RCGP, who hav...
Consulting skills: How to advise about exercise
Current guidelines on exercise, how to conduct a brief assessment and tips on giving lifestyle advic...
Coach patients to better health
A new approach to help challenging patients take charge of their health....
Combat obesity with the internet
Online weight reduction programmes could become an effective tool for sustained weight loss....
Pain management - Pain in the elderly
Treating pain in the elderly patient poses a particular challenge. Dr Deane Halfpenny explains how s...
How to motivate a patient
Dr Prashini Naidoo revisits the case of 'Anne' to show how to effectively motivate a change in behav...
Registrar survival guide - Asking for help
Get the most from your colleagues, advises Dr Meena Nathan...
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