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PODCAST: Series 7 Episode 8 In the latest episode, Dr Neal Tucker looks at three new research papers to help us along our way in general practice this month. 1️⃣ How long do modern hip replacements last? How does this new data change our conversation with patients? 2️⃣ It's thought GLP1 agonists could have a role in addiction management, but so far, research has failed to show definitive benefit. Could new data from the US on veterans with type 2 diabetes show a different picture? 3️⃣ What analgesia would you recommend for a child in pain? This new paper compared ibuprofen with or without paracetamol or hydromorphone, an extremely potent long-acting opioid for kids. Good idea? We find out. Listen here: buff.ly/FI50zfi

BLOG: Recurrent thrush - spotting the pattern It’s a busy Thursday morning. You scan down your clinic list, heart sinking a little at the back-to-back complexity of the cases ahead and wondering how late you might run by the end. Then you clock a telephone appointment with Sarah. She is a 28-year-old lady seeking treatment for ‘thrush’. You pick up the phone. She reports she’s had thrush before, symptoms seem the same, she feels ‘sure it is thrush’. Excellent! A quick prescription for fluconazole and done! Maybe you might even make it to coffee on time…. However, are we doing Sarah justice here? Should we be happy to prescribe based on Sarah’s self-diagnosis? When does acute vulvovaginitis become recurrent vulvovaginitis, and does it matter? A recent article from the BJGP explores patient and clinician perspectives on the diagnostic process for recurrent thrush in primary care, highlighting potential pitfalls and opportunities to improve care. Read the full blog here: buff.ly/d0W3Kdu

FREE webinar: Hot Topics Working Smarter in CKD Clinic - Tuesday 19th May 2026 Following our successful joint webinar with @Kidney_Research last year, we are once again working with them to take a real, practical look at CKD management in primary care. During this clinic, Sarah Davies and a fantastic primary care-based clinical pharmacist, Moudy Khodadi, will discuss why CKD matters and identify pragmatic solutions to working smartly in primary care to tackle CKD, using the whole team. We will also hear from a person with lived experience of CKD and tackle those tricky elements of having a conversation with a person about their CKD diagnosis. We will have plenty of useful resources from Kidney Research UK to share with you. Do join us! buff.ly/UWaLZvX

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The Abnormal Bloods course covers the full blood count, what to do with white cell and platelet abnormalities, and all things biochemistry! We’ll be looking at sodium and potassium abnormalities – and where magnesium fits in! We’ll round off with thyroid function tests, and what to do with abnormal LFTs. For each of these areas, we’ll look at understanding exactly what the test is and what it can tell us, then focus on the most common abnormalities you’re likely to see in general practice. Our traffic light system will help you manage results and know when not to panic – or when you should! The webinar will be carried out as a morning session on Friday, 24th April 2026, starting at 9:30 am and finishing at 1 pm. Don’t worry if you miss something; all of the content will be available on demand. buff.ly/xgfrYgl

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Starting soon - the Hot Topics Women's Health course - see you there!

We hope you'll join us tomorrow for the Hot Topics Women's Health course. It starts at 9.30am and is a full day of evidence-based training to keep you up to date in all things menopause, HRT, contraception, and more.

Following on from Dr Rob Walker's blog on allergy testing in primary care, we have a handy downloadable KISS (Keep It Simple Summary) for you. Based on the latest British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology guideline, this one-page summary includes: 👉 Background/key principles 👉 Assessment 👉 General guidance for allergy testing 👉 Referral Get your FREE copy here: buff.ly/yMrFt66

In the past week, we have run a face-to-face GP Update course and a live GP Update webinar. If you missed out, never fear - a recording of the new Spring/Summer course will be released on 30th March, and available for you to watch at your own convenience! buff.ly/JvWSbGS And in the meantime, you can read Dr Simon Curtis' blog, which includes details of the topics covered. buff.ly/KjkyPIQ

The next Hot Topics Clinic is starting at 8pm - see you there!

BLOG: Allergy Testing in Primary Care The dilemma: we desperately don’t want to miss anyone with a significant allergy, but instinctively feel tests are being requested and performed unnecessarily. Plus, navigating patient expectations is challenging! The good news: the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology has published an excellent Primary Care guide on IgE testing in General Practice. The next step: if you've always found it difficult and confusing to know when and when not to do allergy tests in general practice, read Dr Rob Walker's latest blog. You'll find it on our website. buff.ly/NynOAsm

Date for your diary: Tuesday 10th March at 8pm Join us for the Hot Topics Clinic on Managing Uncertainty in Primary Care 🎗️ * It's FREE and you can claim 1CPD hour * buff.ly/xCaggBD

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It's today... The first face-to-face GP Update of 2026. Enjoy every minute!

Hands up, who's joining us in London tomorrow? 🙋🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️ See you from 9am!

Starting soon, the Hot Topics GP Update webinar. See you at 9.30am!

Yay, that went really well. Thank you lovely delegates for being enthused and discussing topics. When people laugh and contribute it makes my day

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