Have You Been Staying Meducated?
Firstly, welcome back everyone! I hope you haven’t missed me too much. I had to take a short break from blog writing after finishing my Foundation Training, and honestly, I…
Posted inGeneral Medicine Haematology
Blood Chronicles: The Fatigue of Anaemia
Today, I want to talk about a condition I know all too well: anaemia. I recently found myself in the hospital after receiving a message from my GP saying that…
Posted inEasy Read General Medicine Myth Busters
Can food actually give you cancer?
A few months back, I found myself in the middle of a classic family debate — you know, the kind where the older generation swears that “everything we eat these…
Posted inGeneral Medicine Gynaecology Myth Busters
Pain Like No Other: Endometriosis
Maybe I’m biased because I’m a woman, but I truly believe there’s a lot to gain from understanding some of the most common health issues affecting women today. If more…
Posted inGeneral Haematology
Blood Chronicles: Leukaemia
I’ll be honest, this weeks topic is one that personally interests me, hence why I am writing about it. I know this topic might not be very relevant to you…
Posted inAtopic Triad General Medicine Immunology
Sneeze the Day: the Truth Behind Hayfever
If you’re anything like me, as soon as the weather starts to warm up, the sneezing begins, your eyes start watering, and you feel like you’re constantly carrying around a…
Posted inEasy Read General Myth Busters
It’s NOT laziness, it’s Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Have you ever heard of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Well, I hadn’t … up until about a year ago when I came across a patient with this diagnosis. I was so…
Posted inEyes Myth Busters Ophthalmology
The Pressure is On: A Clear Look at Glaucoma
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with glaucoma—or you’re seeking to better understand it for yourself or someone you care about—you’re not alone, and it's completely normal to have questions. Glaucoma…
Posted inGynaecology Myth Busters
The Silent Struggle: What You Need to Know About PCOS
Pause for a moment. Think about the people you know who may have PCOS. Now, consider how much you actually understand about what they’re going through. PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)…
Posted inAtopic Triad Dermatology Immunology
Beyond the Rash: Eczema Explained
Did you know that eczema is actually a broad term that includes multiple skin conditions? One of the most common types under this umbrella is atopic dermatitis, which affects millions…