Lyme disease: when to suspect and how to manage
Dr Caroline Rayment discusses how the new NICE guideline will help practitioners provide early and consistent treatment to patients with suspected Lyme disease
Updated guideline on ADHD defines the role of primary care
Dr Natasha Halliwell examines the latest recommendations from NICE on recognising, treating, and managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Top tips: ADHD in adults
Dr Rob Baskind provides top tips for the primary care management of adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and advice on the referral process
Top tips: Parkinson’s disease
Dr Shahid Dadabhoy discusses some key points in the diagnosis and management of Parkinson’s disease in primary care
Structured face-to-face annual review is key for adults with epilepsy
Dr Anne Coker reviews SIGN Guideline 143 on adults with epilepsy and the recommendations for specific patient groups including people with psychiatric conditions
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HeadSmart brain tumours in children guidance
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SIGN migraine guideline
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