Dr Dave teaches Dr Jo about Malnutrition detection and management, the Breast screening age extension, Serum estradiol measurement in menopause, Anticoagulant monitoring equity concerns, Prostate cancer screening and digital rectal exam, Optimal Cancer Care Pathways (OCCPs), FIT for Symptomatic bowel pathway, Oral iron tablet supply issue:, and Adrenaline administration by vaccinators. Apologies for the delayed publication of this epsiode.
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Clinical Snippets August 2025
Dr Dave talks to us about Desmopressin in nocturnal enuresis in children, ADHD resources, changes to the National Community Referral Criteria for Imaging, CT Imaging and Cancer Risk, greater Covid-19 antiviral eligibility, a reminder re hyperkalaemia, and widened access to meningococcal B vaccine. Apologies for the delayed publication of this episode.
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Clinical Snippets July 2025
Dr Dave covers Kawasaki Disease, weaning antidepressants, firearms forms, buckle fracture management, carer benefit, mirena use for contraception extension to 8 years, more inhalers per script, resources including Healthify's app store and laughter for dry eyes.
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Clinical Snippets June 2025
Dr Jo leans the difference between poppers, nangs and nos, and some serious side effects of sniffing gas. Dr Dave share ssome ACC resources, information about accessing records after death and a surprising use for saffron.
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Clinical Snippets May 2025
Dr Dave teaches Dr Jo about driving tests and drug driving, a possible link between the shingles vaccine and reduced risk of dementia, the role of Denusumab in osteoporosis, that BV is an STI, using tranexemic acid for noseblleds, some drug updates, that it's OK to kiss someone if you are gluten intolerant, and about an unfortunate side effect of using a cellphone whilst on the toilet.
In seasons 1 and 2 Dr Jo Scott-Jones shares the joy of General Practice with colleagues through inspiring stories about what is special about being a GP. In Season 3 you will find monthly updates on clinically relevant topics in conversation with Dr Dave Maplesden.
This podcast aims to counter growing pressure on GPs through sharing knowledge and creating a positive culture in family medicine. . Shownotes are available at https://opotikigp.wordpress.com/ and video of the podcast at https://myhealthhub.co.nz/the-new-zealand-general-practice-podcast/
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