Generally Practicing
Specifically for nurses working in General Practice or Primary care in the United Kingdom. Discussing upcoming changes or challenges and picking through the unique world of GP Nursing.
Disclaimer - this is for information purposes only and may reflect personal opinions. Nothing within this podcast constitutes medical advice and should not be taken as such. Always seek advice from a health care professional regarding any medical conditions or queries.
Episodes
7 episodes
Asthma Week 38: The September Spike
Week 38 or "September Asthma Peak" causes a dangerous spike in childhood asthma hospital admissions as children return to school and encounter new triggers after potentially reducing medication over summer.• Four key steps to prevent as...
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Episode 7
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9:47
"Take 2" - Navigating the 2025 UK Immunisation Schedule Changes
I had the amazing opportunity to record a short education session for Dovetail Medical Events covering the changes to the UK Schedule Immunisation Programme and they have agreed that I ca...
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Episode 6
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37:06
When We Stand Together: Discovering the Power of Nursing Activism
Nursing activism isn't just about protests and picket signs; it's about everyday actions that create positive change in healthcare. General practice nurses already participate in activism through advocating for evidence-based practice, fighting...
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Episode 5
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13:43
Unravelling Rabies: A Critical Guide for Travellers and Healthcare Providers
Rabies remains a deadly disease that can be overlooked, but with pretty much 100% fatality once symptoms develop and nearly 100% prevention with vaccines, it deserves our attention. Our guest Alys, a Travel Health Nurse Specialist and Immunisat...
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Episode 4
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34:04
Imposter Syndrome Hits Home
I share my personal experience with imposter syndrome after launching this podcast and how it led me to temporarily delete the show despite positive reception. My anxiety flared when I saw people downloading the podcast worldwide, making me que...
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Episode 3
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6:39
Unpacking Health Headlines: Contraception, Brain Tumours, and GLP-1 Medications and Smear Test Changes
Recent social media claims about contraception and health risks require careful examination, as medical headlines often lack crucial context that healthcare professionals need to provide to patients.• The claim that "contraceptive injec...
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Episode 2
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16:26
Jabs from July: Making Sense of the New Vaccine Timeline
UPDATE - this was recorded before the UKHSA announced that if Menitorix stocks depleted and a child born on or before 30/6/24 presents for one year immunisations we should offer an additional dose of 6:1 therefore that isn't covered in this pod...
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Episode 1
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