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Autism spectrum disorder ( ) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people communicate, interact, a...
24/06/2026

Autism spectrum disorder ( ) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people communicate, interact, and experience the world around them.

Autism is highly diverse, and every person's strengths, challenges, and experiences are unique.

Learn more about the diagnosis and management of ASD: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-us/379

📢 Updated topic alert: Crohn diseaseFrom diagnosis to long-term management and complication prevention, explore the late...
22/06/2026

📢 Updated topic alert: Crohn disease

From diagnosis to long-term management and complication prevention, explore the latest updates to our Crohn disease topic: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-us/42

FDA approves first and only oral option for COVID-19 postexposure prophylaxisThe FDA has approved ensitrelvir for postex...
20/06/2026

FDA approves first and only oral option for COVID-19 postexposure prophylaxis

The FDA has approved ensitrelvir for postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) in adolescents aged ≥12 years and adults following contact with an individual who has coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). It is the first and only oral option licensed to prevent COVID-19 after exposure.

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For individuals managing frequent headaches or migraines, acute pain relief is an essential resource. However, using the...
19/06/2026

For individuals managing frequent headaches or migraines, acute pain relief is an essential resource. However, using these medications too often can inadvertently lock the brain into a chronic daily cycle.

Medication Overuse Headache (MOH) occurs when analgesics or triptans are taken regularly over several months. This constant exposure desensitizes the brain's natural pain-suppression pathways, causing a rebound headache to manifest as the medication clears the bloodstream. Because patients often mistake this withdrawal flare for a new headache and redose, they become trapped in a continuous loop.

Successful management requires patient education, structured withdrawal, and transitioning to evidence-based preventative strategies.

Access the complete diagnostic criteria and clinical management pathways on BMJ Best Practice here:

👉 https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/3000344

Diagnose this patient🔽 A 75-year-old man presents with acute onset of pain and redness of the skin of his lower leg. Low...
18/06/2026

Diagnose this patient🔽

A 75-year-old man presents with acute onset of pain and redness of the skin of his lower leg. Low-grade fever is present and the pretibial area is red, swollen, and tender. He has a history of heart failure and diabetes.

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The WHO’s declaration of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) regarding the Ebola outbreak in the ...
17/06/2026

The WHO’s declaration of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) regarding the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda marks a critical shift toward global mobilization.

Rather than indicating an increased threat to the general public, a PHEIC status acts as a catalyst for international aid.

Stay updated on the clinical guidelines, prevention protocols, and research pipelines on BMJ Best Practice:

👉 https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/55

This June, we are emphasizing the vital importance of proactive outreach and supportive clinical screening in men’s ment...
15/06/2026

This June, we are emphasizing the vital importance of proactive outreach and supportive clinical screening in men’s mental health.

Mental health challenges can be deeply masked, meaning early intervention and open communication are critical to catching distress before it escalates. Let's work together to foster environments where seeking help is always prioritized.

Access the complete evidence-based diagnostic criteria and screening guidelines on BMJ Best Practice here:

👉 https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/55

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13/06/2026

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🐀 Leptospirosis is caused by infection by Leptospira bacteria spread via the urine of animals such as rodents.🌧️ Humans ...
12/06/2026

🐀 Leptospirosis is caused by infection by Leptospira bacteria spread via the urine of animals such as rodents.

🌧️ Humans can contract leptospirosis through direct or indirect contact with the urine of infected animals, for example, through contact with contaminated water following heavy rainfall or flooding.

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PODCAST 🎧BMJ Best Practice is designed to help healthcare professionals make better decisions in partnership with their ...
11/06/2026

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