Dr Linz

15/05/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨
UK GP leaders have voted in favour of moving towards hybrid NHS/private general practice, including balloting the profession in each country on introducing a means-tested, subscription-based service similar to NHS dentists.

Link in comments for the full story.

13/05/2026

“If you die in the GP waiting room, please let reception know. Patients are reminded that death is not an acceptable excuse for missing your appointment”.

13/05/2026

They say, “enjoy your job because in the blink of an eye you’ll be retired”…

11/05/2026

You’re admitting a patient to hospital… But first you have to listen to this banger for 20 minutes.

10/05/2026

Ticks are small, spider-like creatures with either 6 or 8 legs. They feed on the blood of birds and mammals, including humans, and are commonly found in areas like woodland, moorland, grassy areas, and gardens.

If you do get bitten, you should:

✅ Remove the tick ASAP
✅ Wash your skin
✅ Apply an antiseptic cream
✅ Take a picture of the bite/rash

The safest way to remove a tick is to use a tick removal tool, or tweezers.

A small proportion of ticks carry Lyme disease. This gives the “bull’s eye rash”. Speak to a GP/HCP if develop a rash or start to feel unwell.
➡️ https://nhs24.info/tick-bites

09/05/2026

Creatine - stronger muscles. smarter brain?
Creatine is one of the most researched, effective, and generally safe supplements for improving muscle performance — with emerging benefits for brain health. Best for:
➤ Strength training
➤ Older adults preserving muscle
➤ Low dietary intake (e.g. plant-based diets)
➤ Works alongside training, not instead of it

08/05/2026

Ovarian cancer continues to have the poorest prognosis of all gynaecological cancers. But it is not a silent disease; most women do have symptoms. This World Ovarian Cancer Day (today), be aware of the symptoms. Key Symptoms of ovarian cancer:-
Persistent bloating: A swollen tummy that doesn't go away
Reduced appetite: Feeling full quickly after eating or having no appetite.
Pelvic/abdominal pain: Pain or tenderness in the tummy or area between the hips.
Urinary urgency: An urgent need to p*e or needing to p*e more frequently.

08/05/2026

Today is World Ovarian Cancer Day. The symptoms of ovarian cancer can be vague, and can be linked to other less serious conditions.
See your doctor or health professional if you have changes that are unusual for you or won't go away. In most cases, it won’t be cancer, but if it is, getting diagnosed early can make all the difference

08/05/2026