This article by Alex Bartle examines the underlying pathology of restless legs syndrome, while acknowledging many facets remain unknown. Up to one in 10 people are affected by RLS to some degree, but it is often undiagnosed. GPs are in an ideal position to identify and treat this condition, which may be idiopathic or due to secondary conditions that may be correctable
Assisted dying – decisions not made lightly
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Assisted dying – decisions not made lightly
Wednesday 20 October 2021, 09:00 AM

Virginia McMillan gathers personal views from health practitioners confronting the arrival on 7 November of the assisted-dying regime
Thames specialist Martin Mikaere says now that New Zealanders have opted for legalised assisted dying, he is happy to support it. How- ever, Dr Mikaer, Martin Mikaere, Specialist GP Martin Mikaere [Supplied/Te Korowai Hauora O Hauraki]