OBJECTIVE To explore general practice staff views of managing childhood obesity in primary care. DESIGN A qualitative study to elicit the views of clinical and non-clinical general practice staff on managing childhood obesity. SETTING Interviews were conducted at 30 general practices across England. These practices were interviewed as part of the Quality and Outcomes Framework Pilot Study. ...

BACKGROUND The prevalence and incidence of diabetes in South Africa are high and are expected to increase. Mortality and morbidity may be related to hypoglycaemia, and there is limited information on hypoglycaemia from private practice sites. The aim of this study was to assess patients' education about, knowledge of and response to hypoglycaemia. METHODS The study site was a general practice...

BACKGROUND Remote general practice can be a highly rewarding career, but poses many personal and professional challenges. It is characterised by significant geographical, professional and social isolation and a requirement for practitioners with public health, emergency and extended clinical skills. The remote practitioner faces further challenges in the remote Aboriginal community setting, inc...