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The first of TMMT’s ‘Let’s Make Lemonade’ CQC ‘Safe’ webinar series has kicked off this week, this blog will summarise the key points from the ‘Safe’ Key Question of the CQC’s Assessment Framework, and the first Quality Statement that sits beneath it: Learning Culture. 

What if the difference between “good enough” and “perfect” in primary care came down to just one decision? Imagine a scenario where every single clinical target is not only met, but exceeded; where 2,000+ patients receive tailored interventions, and even the most vulnerable are safer than ever before.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a serious, long term condition that severely impacts a person's ability to breathe and affects their overall lung health.

It can seem like the CQC is in a constant state of flux nowadays. The ‘Single Assessment Framework’ only came into force two years ago, and since then the CQC has itself been rated as ‘inadequate’ by the Dash Review and undergone significant restructuring. As we enter 2026, we are hearing yet again that change is afoot, so let us summarise what differences we are going to see over the next couple of years (insofar as we can predict!).

GPs across the UK are facing mounting pressure, with clinical demands and administrative tasks often stretching the working day to its limits. Yet, when it comes to cardiovascular risk management, the traditional approach can feel like a never-ending cycle of phone calls, paperwork, and missed opportunities for meaningful patient engagement.

Are you a GP practice or Primary Care Network struggling to keep up with the ever-growing demands of medication management? Wondering how you can access expert clinical pharmacy support without the hassle of recruitment or the limitations of geography?

A single prescription can set off a ripple effect, impacting not just a patient’s health, but the workload of clinicians, the efficiency of a practice, and the bottom line of an entire NHS trust. Yet, too often, medicines management is treated as a background task rather than a strategic lever for transformation.

Each year, tens of thousands of people worldwide lose their lives to rabies, a tragedy that is almost entirely preventable with the right knowledge and action. The Medicines Management Team is here to cut through the noise, offering clear, practical advice and essential facts to help you stay safe. 

Despite the chatter, paracetamol remains the first-choice pain reliever for pregnant women across the UK. In fact, recent reviews involving over 100,000 pregnancies have found no evidence linking paracetamol use to autism or other developmental concerns.  In this TMMT expert guide, we unravel the facts, dispel the myths, and help you feel confident about managing pain and fever safely during pregnancy.

Could a single statement from a former president really change the way millions view a common painkiller? When Donald Trump recently claimed that taking Tylenol during pregnancy could increase the risk of autism, the reaction was immediate and intense. Social media erupted, medical professionals voiced outrage, and families across the country were left questioning what to believe.

Heartburn and indigestion are more than just uncomfortable. They can disrupt daily life, making even simple meals a challenge. For many across the UK, omeprazole has become a trusted solution, offering relief from burning pain and sleepless nights. But as prescriptions for this popular medicine soar into the tens of millions each year, a new NHS warning is urging patients to pause and reconsider how they use it.

Recent studies show that inclusive community events can boost confidence and wellbeing in children who need it most. By partnering with Circus Starr, The Medicines Management Team is helping to bring unforgettable experiences to local families, ensuring that every child in our town has the chance to smile, belong, and be inspired. 

Pregnancy prevention takes on a whole new level of urgency for women prescribed valproate or topiramate. These commonly used medicines, vital for managing conditions like epilepsy and migraine, carry a hidden risk, one that can have lifelong consequences for an unborn child.

Losing weight has always been a challenge, with countless diets and fitness trends promising quick results but rarely delivering lasting change. For many, the journey feels like an endless cycle of hope and disappointment, especially when traditional methods fall short or are simply too hard to sustain.

With anticoagulant-related hospital admissions on the rise, the stakes have never been higher. The Medicines Management Team is calling on all pharmacists to take a closer look at their prescribing records. Spotting patients on both warfarin and tramadol is not just a box-ticking exercise.

Skipping breakfast to shed a few pounds or squeezing all your meals into a six-hour window might sound like a modern health trend, but intermittent fasting has roots stretching back centuries. Today, it’s making headlines not just for weight loss, but for its potential to transform heart health, blood sugar, and more. Yet, behind the buzz, questions linger. Can everyone safely try intermittent fasting, or are there hidden risks that patients and clinicians need to consider?

Spotting the subtle signs of serious illness among the sea of everyday symptoms is one of the greatest challenges in general practice. For GPs, the pressure to distinguish between benign lower-GI complaints and those rare but critical red flags can feel relentless, especially when every decision could mean the difference between early intervention and missed opportunity.

Patients today expect more than just a phone line and a waiting room. They want seamless digital access, clear information, and joined-up care. As the NHS sets new standards for general practice from October 2025, the spotlight is firmly on how surgeries connect, communicate, and empower their communities.

A simple jab meant to prevent a painful rash could be quietly working wonders for your heart. While most people think of the shingles...

Every diabetes review brings a familiar number into focus: the HbA1c. For years, this single figure has shaped treatment plans, guided medication changes, and reassured both clinicians and patients that glucose control is on track.