Your Rights as a Mental Health Patient
Mental health patients have legal rights. Learn about reasonable adjustments, consent, ableism, coercion, and how to handle controlling GPs under UK law.
The Burden of Expense Reporting on Healthcare Professionals
The proposed division of Personal Independence Payments (PIP) into six tiers represents a significant overhaul of the UK’s welfare system, with far-reaching implications for individuals living with disabilities or long-term health conditions. While proponents argue that the changes will result in a fairer and more targeted approach to supporting those in need, critics raise concerns about potential cuts to benefits and increased bureaucracy.
GP Time Management Costing The NHS
The current model of care in General Practice and community healthcare needs urgent reform. The focus should be on maximising efficiency, empowering pharmacies, and most importantly, respecting the patient’s time. As closures increase and inefficiencies pile up, it is only a matter of time before more patients fall through the cracks, unless meaningful action is taken now.
Overprescribing Anti-Depressants: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly
Antidepressant use has soared over the past two decades, with the UK alone seeing a doubling in prescriptions since 2008. While medication can be life-changing for some, concerns are growing around its overprescription, especially for patients who may not need long-term pharmacological treatment. From the reluctance of GPs to offer fast-acting relief to the alarming trend of children being medicated, it’s time to ask, are we medicating emotion at the expense of wellbeing?
Medical Advice For Blisters Today, Not Tomorrow
When a simple request for care turns into a battle against bureaucracy, poor communication, and ableism. Accessing GP care should be straightforward, especially for disabled individuals who already navigate life with added barriers.
The Weight Loss Drug Craze: Miracle Solution or Medical Risk?
As weight loss injections dominate the headlines, many wonder whether these so-called miracle drugs are truly safe, what happens if you stop taking them, and whether your GP can prescribe them. Here’s what you need to know.
Navigating Grief Through Daily Life and Work After Discovering a Partner’s Infidelity
Navigating life after discovering a partner’s infidelity is undeniably challenging. The emotional upheaval can affect every facet of your existence, from personal relationships to professional responsibilities. However, by acknowledging your emotions, seeking appropriate support, and implementing coping strategies, you can begin the journey toward healing and reclaiming your sense of self. Remember, you are not alone, and with time and support, it is possible to emerge stronger from this experience.
Understanding Invisible Disabilities, Recognizing the Unseen Challenges
The government’s proposed benefit reforms are not just a bureaucratic shift—they are a direct attack on the dignity, autonomy, and survival of disabled people. By making it harder to claim PIP and coercing individuals into unsuitable work, these policies will lead to a national crisis, affecting not just the disabled community but the economy, healthcare system, and society as a whole. It is time for disabled individuals, advocacy groups, and legal professionals to unite and challenge these injustices before they become irreversible.
Will the Government’s NHS Shake-Up Lead to Better Patient Care or Open the Door to Privatization?
The abolition of NHS England represents a bold attempt by the government to reform the healthcare system in England. While the goal is to reduce bureaucracy and improve patient care, the success of this initiative will depend on the effective implementation and management of the transition. Continuous monitoring and engagement with healthcare professionals, patients, and other stakeholders will be essential to ensure that the restructuring achieves its intended outcomes without compromising the quality of care.
The Transformative Impact of AI On Disabled Entrepreneurs
The fear that AI could be a competitor arises from concerns about job displacement, reduced creativity, and economic disruption. However, AI’s true potential lies in being a co-creator, enabling individuals, including disabled entrepreneurs, to leverage its capabilities to enhance and accelerate their work, while still maintaining the human touch in decision-making, creativity, and empathy.