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Courses tagged with "vaginal discharge"

Gynaecology and Breast

 

This course provides a variety of resources (grouped by topic and format e.g. eLearning, guidelines, courses and books) on the subject of gynaecology and breast. Topics include:

  • General issues in women's health
  • Bleeding problems
  • Abortion
  • Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  • Endometriosis
  • Pelvic pain
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Infertility
  • Pre-conception care
  • Early pregnancy
  • Female obesity
  • Cervical screening
  • Urinary problems
  • Incontinence
  • Breast disease
  • Women's cancers
  • Vulval disorders
  • Domestic abuse
  • Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
Curriculum: Gynaecology and Breast, Maternity and Reproductive Health, Metabolic Problems and Endocrinology, Sexual Health
Time to complete this course: 0 minutes
Date of publication: 21 June 2020
Reviewed and updated: 19 March 2026
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Respiratory disease affects one in five people and is the third largest cause of death in the UK in 2022. Respiratory problems are the commonest reason for patients to consult primary care and their general practitioners in the United Kingdom. In addition, suboptimal management of chronic respiratory conditions can have a significant impact on patients' quality of life and result in avoidable hospital admissions. Join us for this insightful conference focusing on managing respiratory health conditions in primary care.

Learning Objectives:

  • To be clear about the management of pre-school wheeze and early management of asthma in children and young people
  • To understand the diagnostic process and treatment recommendations in the BTS/NICE/SIGN asthma guidelines
  • To be clear on how to assess difficult to treat asthma know who to refer for more specialist input and be aware of the impact of biologics in this population
  • To be able to identify key features that may suggest a new diagnosis of bronchiectasis and be aware of investigations that may be appropriate To understand the basics of management of bronchiectasis and management of exacerbations in the primary care setting
  • To understand the pitfalls and traps in making a good diagnosis of COPD, and be aware of current evidence based interventions to improve outcomes for this population
  • To have a structure to manage chronic cough (linked to recent BTS guidance) and be aware which investigations and treatments may be worthwhile in primary care and when to involve more specialist colleagues
  • To be aware of breathlessness diagnostic pathways, the issues of multiple contributors to breathlessness and be able to consider use of the Breathing Thinking Functioning model in management on top of usual medical interventions for the person who has chronic breathlessness

Topics include

  • Asthma
  • Chronic cough
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  • Breathlessness

Conference Chair:

Dr Stephen Holmes, FRCGP, GP and Clinical respiratory lead

 
 
Curriculum:
CPD Points: 6.5
Time to complete this course: 6-7 hours
Date of publication: 24 March 2026
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Now more than ever it is essential that we are able to identify these conditions early and manage them effectively including signposting patients to the appropriate service in a timely fashion and with limited resources. In addition, with the increasing pressure on our appointments, we are remotely triaging and/or consulting with more patients making a meaningful assessment of their neurological symptoms even more challenging. This necessitates updating our knowledge and re-educating our gut-feeling to effectively and safely assess them in 10 mins and agree a management plan. You'll learn lots of practical tips to help you improve your practice and your patients care. 

Learning Objectives:

  • To be able to identify, diagnose and manage the common neurological conditions
  • To avoid medical pitfalls in primary care
  • To identify the relevant red flags to reach a proper management plan including referral in a timely fashion
  • To improve understanding and confidence in recognising and managing functional neurological disorders
  • To update us on related NICE guidelines
  • To help developing clinical pathways to facilitate transformation of services in your locality

Topics include:

  • Dizziness
  • Sensory disorders
  • Parkinson's
  • Headaches & migraines
  • Avoiding neurological medical legal pitfalls
  • Forgetfulness & dementia
  • Functional neurological disorders
  • Short guide to examination tips

Conference Chair:

Dr Nassif Mansour FRCGP 

 

Curriculum:
CPD Points: 6.5
Time to complete this course: 6-7 hours
Date of publication: 5 March 2026
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Sexual and reproductive health needs are an important aspect of the holistic care we provide for our patients and cover a wide range of concerns. This One Day Essentials in sexual health will cover a variety of topics including updates on frequently managed concerns and some that require new and evolving management. All the expert speakers appreciate the demands of primary care and will include many tips and recommendations to improve the care you offer and to share with other members of your primary care team.

Learning Objectives:

  • To gain confidence in addressing sexual health as part of the holistic care offered
  • Update on new developments 
  • Managing cases that are typically presented in the primary care setting
  • Appreciate psychosexual concerns and how these may present and be managed in the primary care setting

Topics include:

  • Psychosexual health
  • Erectile dysfunction/premature ejaculation
  • A primary care approach to vaginal discharge
  • STIs that affect the skin
  • Case-based safeguarding in sexual health
  • Contraception update
  • Sexual health and the menopause

Conference Chair:

Dr Toni Hazell FRCGP, GP and RCGP eLearning fellow

 

Curriculum:
CPD Points: 6.5
Time to complete this course: 6-7 hours
Date of publication: 1 December 2025
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