Yet again the Scottish Government fails to be transparent

Last month it was reported that 1 in 4 of the adult Scottish population are now taking antidepressants [it should be noted that not all prescriptions are for the treatment … Continue reading Yet again the Scottish Government fails to be transparent

Dr Peter Brunt

This week’s BMJ shared an obituary of Dr Peter Brunt. I was sad to learn of his death. My first ever medical ward round was with Dr Brunt at Woodend … Continue reading Dr Peter Brunt

A Spartacus moment for public health physicians?

As published in the BMJ, 29 September 2023: This is part of a rapid response to the BMJ by Prof Michael J Rigby:

Now over ONE MILLION

Earlier this week the Daily Mail reported that: I am not a reader of the Daily Mail.  However the use of the adjective “staggering” is appropriate. Scottish Government figures confirm … Continue reading Now over ONE MILLION