The UK’s “most vulnerable” hospital patients, who are unable to build up an antibody response to Covid, are to be offered a new drug, Ronapreve. It will be offered to those over-50 without the necessary antibodies, and those aged 12-49 who are immuno-compromised – for…
Read ArticleKidney cancer is cancer that starts in the kidneys, which are part of your body’s urinary system. Kidney cancer develops when abnormal cells in either of the kidneys start to divide and grow in an uncontrolled way. Cancer Research UK (CR UK) has information on Kidney…
Read ArticleDermatology is the study and treatment of a wide range of skin conditions from minor but irritating conditions like fungal infections to serious conditions such as skin cancer. Royal Free London (RFL) The dermatology team at the Royal Free London provides care for adults and…
Read ArticlePatients with renal failure may require special precautions during dental treatment. Drugs must be administered with caution and patients undergoing haemodialysis must receive special consideration. Both haemodialysis and transplant patients need to be protected against infection. This is achieved by regular dental treatment. The use…
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Read ArticleKnowing more about diabetes can have a big impact on your health and what choices you make today. Know Diabetes is here to help everyone affected by diabetes in North West London.
Read ArticleMany renal patients also have problems with diabetes, this organisation can help you; whether you are looking for diabetes information, or just someone to talk to – they are here to support you.Their supporters help to provide a helpline, local support groups, Type 1 events,…
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Within the Royal Free renal department there are four consultants who lead a team specialising in lupus and vasculitis. IMage above, from left to right: Dr Ruth Pepper, Marilina Antonelou, Scott Henderson, Sally Hamour and Prof Alan Salama Lupus and vasculitis are auto-immune diseases. These…
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This is a report by Dr Sally Hamour, on a patient information and discussion evening held at the Royal Free London. This was previously published in the October 2015 copy of the RFHKPA Newsletter (also available on this website).
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