Practice

Type 1 diabetes: Beyond insulin, what are we missing?

Early-stage type 1 diabetes care extends beyond insulin, requiring a comprehensive approach to manage glycaemia, prevent complications, and support patient well-being.

Beyond HbA1c: What integrated diabetes care really means for organs

Managing diabetes extends beyond glucose control, requiring a holistic approach to prevent heart, kidney, and liver complications.

Lipohypertrophy: It's not just cosmetic for GLP-1 patients

Suboptimal injection practices contribute to lipohypertrophy, impairing drug absorption and glycemic control in patients using insulin and GLP-1 injectables. Correct technique is essential for therapeutic efficacy.

Beyond rescue inhalers: What really keeps COPD patients out of hospital?

Preventing hospital admissions for COPD requires a comprehensive approach, moving beyond acute symptom management to address the underlying disease progression and comorbidities.

COPD: Why one moderate exacerbation changes everything

One moderate COPD exacerbation should prompt clinicians to consider stepping up from dual bronchodilator therapy to a single-inhaler triple therapy.

Beyond the numbers: What your PFT results are really telling you

Pulmonary function tests require an approach beyond simple normal/abnormal classifications, integrating clinical context and patient demographics for accurate diagnosis.

OPEP therapy: Is your current mucus clearance falling short?

Oscillating positive expiratory pressure (OPEP) therapy offers a non-pharmacological approach to mucus clearance across various respiratory conditions.

Pulmonary Hypertension: Your objective measures aren't telling the whole story

Patient-reported outcomes are essential for understanding the true burden of pulmonary arterial hypertension and guiding treatment decisions.

Why CPAP success isn't about the device, but the patient experience

Optimising CPAP therapy requires a shift from device-centric views to patient-centred care, addressing comfort, education, and ongoing support.