Frailty and malnutrition: the role of the practice pharmacist
Shailen Rao and Samantha Cudby explain the role of the practice pharmacist in supporting the management of malnutrition in frail older people in primary care
Top tips: talking about weight
Jane Diggle and Dr Pam Brown offer 10 top tips on initiating conversations about weight and motivating people to make healthy changes
Top tips: anaemia in adults
Dr Toni Hazell offers 10 practical tips exploring the best ways to investigate and manage anaemia in adults, and how to address patient concerns
Malnutrition management requires a holistic approach
Dr Rachel Pryke highlights key factors to consider when assessing malnutrition risk in primary care, and discusses when and how to offer treatment
Eating disorders: patients need early diagnosis and rapid treatment
Dr Richard Sly explains how early diagnosis and treatment is crucial in eating disorders and why GPs should recognise and refer patients for prompt intervention
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Nutramigen™ 1, 2 & 3 with LGG®
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Nutramigen™ PURAMINO™
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