Healthcare News & Medical Application Tips

WHAT IS THE NEWSFEED?

Each week, one of our Medmentors will share a short summary of an interesting medical article from a reputable news outlet or journal (e.g. BBC, British Medical Journal, Guardian). They'll include some points of discussion and reflection, as well as potential interview questions to help you practice thinking on your feet, gathering your thoughts and giving structured responses.

Why is this important?

The aim of the newsfeed is to keep you engaged with medical news and prompt you to think widely about the topics discussed. By doing this consistently, you'll develop strong critical thinking skills. This way, when your interview comes around, you'll be equipped with the tools to tackle any topic they throw at you, even if you're not familiar with it.

BMAT Section 1 Advice: A Summary

What is BMAT Section 1? How to prepare for it? And common mistakes to avoid!

Can I Apply To 5 UK Medical Schools?

Some advice on what you should put as your 5th UCAS choice, the advantages of doing this and situations in which you may leave it blank.

How To Write A Personal Statement As A Graduate-Entry Medicine Student?

Some of my tips for writing a personal statement as a graduate-entry Medicine student and how to incorporate your undergraduate degree.

Can I Still Apply for Medicine If I Resit My A Levels?

What happens if you don't achieve the A level grades required for Medicine? Is it possible to resit your A level exams?

Should I Study an Undergraduate Degree Before Medicine?

Some of the reasons why you might want to study an undergraduate degree before Medicine: the advantages, disadvantages and other advice.

How Can I Stand Out As A Graduate-Entry Medicine Applicant?

What areas of your application help you stand out as a graduate applicant? And what are some of the most commonly asked interview questions?

Deciding on a UK Medical School: Tips & Techniques for Graduate Entrants

Factors to consider when deciding on a UK medical school as a graduate entrant and some advice on how to apply strategically.

What is Happening with A Levels in 2021?

Answering questions about how A levels are assessed and how you can appeal your grade.

Does Medicine Have Clearing?

Clearing is an option if you have missed your grades or did not initially receive any offers. But how does the clearing process work?

What is a Medicine Foundation Course?

MEDICAL SCHOOL APPLICATION

The GAMSAT Guide

A brief summary of the GAMSAT entrance exam and your common questions answered.

How to Choose Between Medicine at Oxford and Cambridge?

Everything you need to know when deciding between Medicine at Oxford and Cambridge University.

How Do You Write A Personal Statement For Medicine?

Top tips on how to write a good personal statement for medical school

How to Reflect on your Work Experience for Medicine

What happens after Medical School in the UK

The different stages of medical training in the UK.

How do you Network as a Student?

Networking opens you up to different opportunities you may not have thought were possible! Find out how to start networking a student...

Do Medical Students need Medical Insurance?

Everything medical students need to know about medico-legal support & insurance + how you can get it for free!

Is a Medical School Intercalated (iBSc) Degree Worth it?

Answering the most important questions about an intercalated medical degree.

Sponsorship Statement

Our sponsorship policy.

Welcome to the SuperHub

What is the SuperHub? How can it help me? How can I make the most of it?

APPLICATION GUIDES

‘Levelling up’ health and social care (BMJ)

A new organisation that recently replaced Public Health England (PHE) aims to have a much greater focus on health inequalities.

Galleri cancer test: What is it and who can get it? (BBC)

A large research study is being carried out on a blood test with the potential to detect early signs of cancer.

Ethics of Memory Research: Honouring Privacy (The Neuroethics Blog)

Should research in memory science be allowed despite their being ethical issues surrounding privacy? Can we protect participants privacy?

Life-saving cholesterol jab recommended on NHS (BBC)

A new anti-cholesterol drug, inclisiran, soon to be offered through the NHS.

Urgent Isle of Man breast cancer referrals offered UK appointments (BBC)

Why is it so important these appointments are transferred to the UK? What are some drawbacks of breast cancer screening programs?

Child asthma hospital admissions fell following car smoking ban, study finds (Independent)

Study shows the benefits of the ban on smoking in a vehicle carrying someone under the age of 18 introduced in 2016.

COVID-19: Why you shouldn't get a second Covid jab too early (BBC)

The importance of striking a balance between effectiveness and quick rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination.

Physician-assisted dying: Complex issue that requires open and honest debate

Dying with Dignity Bill 2020, which aims to legalise physician-assisted suicide, has moved to the committee stage in Ireland.

NHS workers in England offered 3% pay rise (BBC)

NHS workers in England have been offered a 3% pay rise. But, is this sufficient?

COVID-19: Masks will become personal choice, says Robert Jenrick (BBC)

Masks are being made a personal choice in England. Is it too early? Can the public be trusted to be sensible?

WHAT IS THE NEWSFEED?

Artificial Intelligence in Medicine

Artificial intelligence may be the future of healthcare, but exactly what does this mean for healthcare professionals and patients?

What Is Organ Donation and Why Is It Important?

A brief summary of organ donation and how it has been impacted by COVID-19.

What are the Social Determinants of Health?

Find out the different factors that contribute to health inequalities across a population and why they exist.

Why do Ethnic Minorities have Poorer Health?

A closer look at the health inequalities experienced by BAME communities

Medical Ethics: the Four Pillars, Deontology and Consequentialism Explained

A closer look at key ethical principles and theories that you should be aware of as a medical school applicant, medical student or doctor.

DEEP DIVES

How Has Covid Affected Junior Doctors?

A first-hand insight into life as a junior doctor throughout the pandemic.

How Can Medical Students Save Money?

The hidden costs of medical school and how to reduce and manage these costs.

Why I Decided to Move Schools For Sixth Form

Read about Chandan's experience of deciding whether he should move schools for sixth form.

My Very First Patient Interaction

Meeting my first patient as a medical student