Difficulties with cognitive functions or skills, such as the ability to recall memories, concentrate on tasks, or find the right words in conversation, are commonly reported following a COVID infection.
Australian of the Year and body positivity advocate Taryn Brumfitt has called for doctors to avoid discussing a patient’s weight when they seek care for unrelated matters.
As a speech pathologist, university lecturer and parent of young children, I often get asked a version of the following: My child isn’t talking yet. Is that a problem? And is it my fault?
About 50% of your patients, mostly the younger ones, would have looked up their health problem before seeing you- how can a GP work with this person on that journey.