being and becoming in the world
Neuroscientific understandings, as they develop, are considered alongside sociology, ageing, philosophy and the medical humanities.
1 in 7 Scots are on an antidepressant. Some Scottish academics have argued that this is “appropriate prescribing” for “recurrent” and “chronic” conditions. Antipsychotic prescribing, in all age-groups, has risen … Continue reading What you need to know
Healthcare Improvement Scotland has recently provided this Gallery: The benefits of clinical engagement. I would like to take this opportunity to put on record my appreciation of the individuals who … Continue reading The benefits of clinical engagement
There is a lot of effort in NHS Scotland to raise awareness among healthcare staff about delirium, using statements like this: Delirium is a very complex state and it is … Continue reading Yellow socks and handstands
In this post I reply to Professor Jason Leitch, whose letter of the 2nd June 2015 on Haloperidol prescribing to Scotland’s elderly I have included below my reply. Links included … Continue reading A letter to Professor Jason Leitch
This week the Cabinet Secretary for Health, Wellbeing and Sport welcomed a new report into management of frailty and delirium This reminded me, that 6 months on, I do not … Continue reading It is very difficult to challenge a powerful organisation
I read this book recently: This book reminded my of a protocol issued by an NHS Board in Scotland: As a doctor who tries his best to follow evidence-based medicine, … Continue reading Relabelled: “A Screening Instrument”
The “Care Standards for Older people in Hospital”, which replace the previous 13 year old standards, were published this month. As a doctor working in NHS Scotland whose work for twenty … Continue reading Promises to listen to the older generation
In a previous post the FOI returns on Haloperidol prescribing in NHS Scotland were shared. This followed on from my consideration of a BMJ report regarding the scale and potential … Continue reading Haloperidol prescribing to Scotland’s elders