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13/01/2026

Campaigns such as may be a starting point for individuals to reflect on their alcohol consumption.
Early intervention has demonstrated efficacy in reducing alcohol use and related consequences
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10/01/2026

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A restless, anxious 45-year-old man presents with tremors and pacing. Initial vitals were HR 121 bpm, BP 169/104 mmHg. He reported nausea, ""the shakes,"" heavy alcohol use, and an attempt to cut down. His symptoms began about 6 hours after his last drink.

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09/01/2026

Did you know that the medical community classifies Substance Use Disorder as a chronic brain disease? 🧠

This is because the condition physically alters the brain's "reward" and "brakes" systems, much like how diabetes affects the body's insulin production. It's a physiological shift that requires medical management, not just a change in behavior. 🩺

For healthcare professionals and students, understanding these clinical pathways is essential for providing effective care.

Access the full evidence-based guide: Get the latest diagnostic and management protocols for Substance Use Disorders on BMJ Best Practice here: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-us/986 🔍

08/01/2026

The typical presentation of an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) involves a heightened level of breathlessness (dyspnoea), a deterioration of the existing chronic cough, or a change in the quantity or thickness (purulence) of the sputum produced.

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07/01/2026

Did you know that night blindness is often the first warning sign of Vitamin A deficiency? 🌙

Vitamin A is essential for the production of rhodopsin, the pigment in your eyes that allows you to see in low-light conditions. When levels are low, the retina can no longer adapt to the dark, making night blindness a critical early indicator for clinicians to act on. 🩺

Left untreated, this deficiency is the leading cause of preventable childhood blindness worldwide. Recognizing these early functional changes can save a patient's sight. 🔍

Stay updated on the latest screening markers and global treatment protocols. Explore the full evidence-based guide on BMJ Best Practice via the link https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-us/964

05/01/2026

Did you know that over 60% of people with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition? 🦋

Thyroid dysfunction occurs when the balance of T3 and T4 hormones is disrupted by factors like autoimmunity, nutrition, or pregnancy. 🩺

Because early detection prevents long-term complications, precise clinical screening of TSH and free thyroid levels is vital. 🔍

Explore the full diagnostic and treatment protocols on BMJ Best Practice via the link - https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-us/833

02/01/2026

Social anxiety disorder means having an intense fear of social or performance situations, often because of worrying about being judged or rejected. This can affect relationships, school, work, and overall quality of life.

🩺 Diagnosis is usually made through talking with a healthcare professional, discussing your experiences, and observing behaviour.

💊 Treatment involves cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and/or medications like SSRIs or SNRIs.

⏱️ Ongoing care is important, as symptoms can return if treatment is stopped too soon. Regular follow-up helps ensure lasting improvement.

01/01/2026

PODCAST 🎧
BMJ Best Practice is our clinical decision support resource. It is designed to help healthcare professionals make better informed clinical decisions. But such decisions should be made in partnership with patients - they should be shared decisions.

Learn more about shared decision making with Emma Doble, Patient and Public Strategy Editor at BMJ 🔽
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31/12/2025

occurs when the body can’t safely adapt to rapid changes in pressure 📈 📉

▶️ Any tissue can be affected, and presentations are highly variable.
▶️ Diagnosis is usually based on history and examination.
▶️ Early oxygen and prompt recompression are key, as outcomes can be unpredictable.
▶️ Treat all cases as medical emergencies.

📖 Read more about treatment for dysbarism on the BMJ Best Practice website: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/1005

29/12/2025

A patent foramen ovale is a small opening between the heart’s upper chambers that didn’t fully close after birth. It’s surprisingly common (seen in about 1 in 10 people on contrast echocardiography) and most people never know they have it because it’s usually asymptomatic.

💡 Read more about this topic on the BMJ Best Practice website: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/951

20/12/2025

Diagnose this patient?

A 7-week-old female infant with an uncomplicated perinatal history presents with a 1-week history of a spasmodic cough and low-grade fever. This morning she had a generalised seizure, followed by apnoea and respiratory failure. Her father reports having a mild cough for the past 3 weeks.
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19/12/2025

Something to ponder while enjoying those festive 🥜🥜 and treats. Zinc, found in meat and nuts, is a key micronutrient important in growth and development, immune function, taste, smell, wound healing, protein synthesis, and maintenance of skin and hair. Deficiency is more likely in children and the elderly, and may be clinically difficult to differentiate from hypothyroidism and depression, but is usually easily treated with supplementation. Click the link
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