A study from Imperial College, LSHTM and the University of Leicester published online in the BMJ this week compared the safety of drugs used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The findings of the study confirm that Metformin remains the first choice drug for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Patients taking sulphonylureas were more likely to suffer from heart attacks and heart failure or to die, compared to people taking Metformin. Doctors should therefore consider Metformin as their first choice when treating people with type 2 diabetes, as recommended by national guidelines from NICE. The study was reported by a number of media outlets, including the Guardian, Telegraph and NHS Choices.
As the NHS braces for a challenging winter season, it is grappling with a "quad-demic" of health emergencies caused by influenza, Covid-19, norovirus, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). This confluence of viral threats poses a significant risk to public health in the UK as well as putting strain on healthcare resources, emphasising the importance of preventive measures to safeguard public health. Public health measures such a vaccination and good personal hygiene are pivotal in reducing the impact of these illnesses, particularly for vulnerable groups. The Four Viruses: What Are They? Influenza: A highly contagious respiratory infection that causes significant illness each winter. It can lead to severe complications, particularly in the elderly, young children, pregnant women, and those with chronic health conditions. Covid-19: Though its most acute phase has passed, Covid-19 remains a concern, especially as new variants of SA...
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