Annual Prescription Reviews & Patient Rights
Are annual prescription reviews mandatory? Learn your rights across the UK, including consent, blood tests, mental health medication, self-isolation, and GP accountability.
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.
Civil & Tort Law (UK): A Practical Guide with Disability-Focused Case Law
Civil law governs disputes between individuals or organizations, aiming to resolve issues like contracts, property, and family matters through compensation or court orders. Tort law is a branch of civil law that deals specifically with wrongful acts, such as negligence or defamation, where one party causes harm to another, and the injured party can seek damages.
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?
Understanding MRI Machines Safety Awareness
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a vital diagnostic tool in modern medicine. Used to create detailed images of the body’s internal structures, MRI scans help healthcare providers diagnose and monitor various conditions. However, while they are incredibly useful, MRI machines are also powerful and potentially dangerous if proper safety protocols are not followed.
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.