Category: NHS Inequalities Misc

• High blood pressure (Hypertension) in people of black African or black Caribbean descent

  

  About me Hi, I’m Dr. Vinesh Dhir. I currently work as a GP in several SW London surgeries, including HIYOS. Diagnosing and managing hypertension is a significant part of my day-to-day job. Patients with certain ethnic backgrounds have more health implications with hypertension. I hope by writing this blog, I can improve your understanding of…

  Healthy Bodies, NHS Education, NHS Inequalities Misc, self care, Teaching

• Can mould affect asthma?

  

  About me Hi, I’m Dr. Vinesh Dhir. I currently work as a general practitioner in several SW London surgeries, including HIYOS. Diagnosing and managing asthma is a common part of my day-to-day job. Recently there have been concerns in the media raised about housing and its effect on respiratory conditions. I hope by writing this…

  Asthma, Healthy Bodies, Long Term Conditions, NHS Education, NHS Inequalities Misc, Teaching

• Why food banks are nothing to be embarrassed about

  

  It can happen to any of us. There’s no shame. As you read this article, you must always remember that. People go through good times, and people go through bad times. We often can’t help the situations we find ourselves in. Perhaps you’ve lost your job, a payment is delayed, or you’re unwell. In the…

  NHS Inequalities Misc