Advancing Equity and Humanism in Cervical Cancer Prevention for Women Living with HIV: A UK Primary Care Initiative

Cervical cancer remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among women globally. Women living with HIV (WLWH) are a sixfold increased risk compared to the general population, with an estimated 5% of all cervical cancer cases attributable to HIV World Health Organization. NICE guidelines recommend more frequent (annual) screening within this group.

Synthesizing cross-country evidence on the prevalence and correlates of exercise addiction in India, Malaysia, and Taiwan

Although regular physical activity is typically associated with enhanced well-being, the excessive and compulsive patterns of exercise characteristic of exercise addiction (EA), characterized by compulsive engagement in excessive physical activity, may paradoxically be associated with a decline in perceived well-being over time. A remarkable increase in the frequency and intensity of exercise across populations in…

Impact of a two-month community hospital rotation on PGY doctors’ competencies in palliative care in Taiwan

In Taiwan, postgraduate year (PGY) training requires doctors to complete a two-month community hospital rotation, which includes exposure to long-term care and palliative medicine. Educational interventions during this period usually consist of lectures, ward observations, and home visits focusing on end-of-life care. However, evidence on the measurable learning outcomes of such programs in Taiwan remains…

Development and Use of an Antimicrobial Utilisation Dashboard in XXX Primary Care

Strengthening health information systems to monitor antimicrobial utilisation (AU) is a core WHO AMR intervention for primary care. Leveraging electronic health records via dashboards enables timely AU surveillance. Strengthening health information systems to monitor antimicrobial utilisation (AU) is a core WHO AMR intervention for primary care. Leveraging electronic health records via dashboards enables timely AU…

Too much water, too little salt: hyponatremia and seizure following colonoscopy preparation

Colonoscopy is a common procedure often coordinated through general practice and requires bowel preparation for adequate visualization. Although generally safe, bowel-cleansing regimens can occasionally cause serious electrolyte disturbances, particularly in elderly patients or those on diuretics. Awareness of these risks in primary care is essential for prevention and patient safety.

Association between depression and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease among Korean young adults

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), previously referred to as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is the most common cause of chronic liver disease. MASLD is characterized by the presence of hepatic steatosis in conjunction with metabolic syndrome, without significant alcohol consumption. It is strongly associated with liver-related conditions such as cirrhosis, hepatic failure, and…

Early Diagnosis of Sarcoidosis in Primary Care: A Case-Based Reflection from an Irish General Practice

Sarcoidosis is a rare multisystem granulomatous disorder that often presents with non-specific symptoms, making diagnosis in primary care challenging. Early identification can prevent progression to pulmonary or systemic involvement. This reflection describes a diagnostic journey initiated in general practice that led to the confirmation of sarcoidosis through coordinated multidisciplinary collaboration.