By Jeshni Amblum-Almér I was chatting to my cousin, and she made a really powerful comment: “We are the backup.” It made me pause and reflect. At some point, we all reach a quiet moment in life where we realise a simple, slightly uncomfortable truth: no one is coming to rescue us. Not with certainty, not with […]

Meningitis B is a rare but rapidly progressive infection that can deteriorate within hours, particularly in children and young adults. Early symptoms are often non-specific—fever, headache, fatigue, and muscle aches, making early recognition challenging in primary care and urgent care settings. However, as the disease progresses, it can lead to meningitis, septicaemia, and life-threatening complications, including shock and multi-organ failure.
Recent UK cases have highlighted how quickly clusters can emerge in close-contact environments such as universities, where social mixing increases transmission risk. Despite this, the overall risk to the wider population remains low. The key to reducing morbidity and mortality lies not in panic, but in vigilance and recognising early warning signs, acting decisively, and implementing prompt public health measures. Early antibiotic treatment and timely prophylaxis for close contacts remain the most effective strategies in preventing further spread and protecting at-risk individuals

Testosterone is an important hormone in both men and women, although it is present in much higher levels in men. In men, it is produced mainly by the testes and is essential for the development of male reproductive organs, maintenance of libido, sperm production, muscle mass, bone density, and overall energy and wellbeing. In women, […]

In recent years, and especially since the COVID pandemic, there has been increased public interest in sustainable approaches to health and a greater focus on biomarkers, genetic testing, and functional health strategies. Vitamin D is best known for its role in bone health, but over the last two decades it has attracted growing interest for […]

As 2025 draws to a close, Belmatt Healthcare Training would like to celebrate another year of growth, innovation, and learning across the UK primary care workforce. This year has highlighted the importance of high-quality clinical training and the need for skilled, confident practitioners across general practice, urgent care, community services, and advanced practice roles.In this […]

Welcome to the October Edition Autumn approaches with the rain and reducing sunlight. My flower bulbs are back in hibernation, preparing for winter. In healthcare we will be preparing for the rainy weather and slippery ground which causes more trips and falls. Hence, we have started a range of lunch time webinars. On 16 October […]

By Jeshni Amblum Almér and Fredrik Lindqvist . A Brother’s Story: Richard Lindqvist (1967–2020) “Sometimes, life throws you a curveball… one you never saw coming. And in an instant, everything changes.” This is the story about Richard Lindqvist through the eyes of his brother Fredrik, Richard grew up in the countryside and spent his days […]

Summer is a beautiful time, filled with longer days, warmth, and a renewed sense of hope. But the seasons don’t always begin that way. When I moved into a new home one November, the garden was buried under layers of fallen leaves. The once vibrant plants stood as brittle, brown stalks poking through the cold […]

We have seen in recent media reports of an outbreak of Listeria, a bacterium found in packages and precooked meals. Listeria is a type of bacteria that is particularly tough and adaptable. It is called a facultative intracellular pathogen, which means it can live both inside and outside of human cells. This ability makes it especially dangerous […]

As the daffodils bloom and Easter leaves behind a trail of chocolate and renewal, we at Belmatt Healthcare Training are gearing up for a vibrant season of growth, learning, and transformation in healthcare. With longer days and rising pollen counts, it’s a perfect time to refresh your clinical knowledge while enjoying the promise of summer. […]