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- Acnemedicine · consultation topicAcne is a common skin condition that can cause spots and, in some cases, deeper or painful lesions. It can affect the face, chest and back and have an impact on wellbeing.Learn more
- Addictive behavioursmedicine · consultation topicGuidance on addictive behaviours addresses substance use and gambling in the workplace. It is a context-specific example and does not cover every care setting.Learn more
- Adolescent healthmedicine · consultation topicAdolescence is a transition between childhood and adulthood, with physical, cognitive and social changes. Health needs and personal concerns can change throughout this stage.Learn more
- Adolescent psychologypsychology · consultation topicThe OPP addresses consent and best interests in psychological intervention with children and adolescents.Learn more
- Adult neuropsychological assessmentpsychology · consultation topicThe OPP notes that neuropsychological assessment considers different stages of development.Learn more
- Adult psychologypsychology · consultation topicAdults can seek psychological support for different needs and challenges throughout life.Learn more
- Advanced liver diseasemedicine · consultation topicCirrhosis is a condition in which the liver is severely damaged; it may cause no symptoms in the early stages.Learn more
- Allergiesmedicine · consultation topicThe NHS describes an allergy as a reaction by the body to substances that are generally harmless.Learn more
- Anaemiamedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital describes an anaemia clinic integrated into its immunohaemotherapy service.Learn more
- Anxiety and depressionmedicine · consultation topicThe NHS describes depression in adults and notes that it can coexist with anxiety symptoms. This example does not cover all situations involving anxiety and depression or all ages.Learn more
- Aquatic physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicAccording to the Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas, aquatic physiotherapy uses the properties of water in rehabilitation and health promotion settings.Learn more
- Arrhythmiasmedicine · consultation topicAtrial fibrillation is an example of an arrhythmia with an irregular heartbeat. There are other types of heart rhythm disturbance.Learn more
- Arthritis and joint painmedicine · consultation topicArthritis can cause pain, swelling and stiffness in one or more joints. There are several types.Learn more
- Asthmamedicine · consultation topicAsthma is a condition that affects breathing.Learn more
- Cancer surveillancemedicine · consultation topicFollow-up after treatment may look for later health problems and, in cancer, signs of the disease returning.Learn more
- Cardiac rehabilitationmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS describes cardiovascular rehabilitation as a structured programme adapted to the person's condition and needs.Learn more
- Cardiometabolic nutritionNutrition · consultation topicCardiometabolic nutrition relates diet to cardiovascular and metabolic health.Learn more
- Cardiorespiratory healthMultidisciplinary · consultation topicCardiorespiratory health includes different needs. Pulmonary rehabilitation and cardiac rehabilitation are distinct examples for specific situations.Learn more
- Cardiorespiratory physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicAccording to the Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas, cardiorespiratory and vascular physiotherapy addresses function in respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.Learn more
- Cardiovascular healthmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS strategy describes cardiovascular prevention and the role of primary care in follow-up.Learn more
- Child healthmedicine · consultation topicChild health follows the child's growth and development, including questions from family and carers. Different questions about health, diet and development may arise over time.Learn more
- Child health and developmentMultidisciplinary · consultation topicChild health considers the growth and development of the child and young person in relation to the family.Learn more
- Child health nursingNursing · consultation topicChild health nursing considers the child's growth and development and their relationship with the family.Learn more
- Child neuropsychological assessmentpsychology · consultation topicThe OPP notes that neuropsychological assessment considers different stages of development.Learn more
- Child psychologypsychology · consultation topicPsychological care for children may address issues such as sleep, learning and behaviour, according to the child's needs.Learn more
- Childhood cancer healthmedicine · consultation topicTreatment of a child with cancer depends on the type and stage of the disease.Learn more
- Childhood diabetesmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes diabetes among its pediatric outpatient services.Learn more
- Childhood sleep disordersmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes sleep disorders among the pediatric services it describes.Learn more
- Children's bone healthmedicine · consultation topicIn childhood and adolescence, bone health is related to several factors, including diet and physical activity.Learn more
- Children's cardiologymedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes cardiology among the outpatient services of its pediatric department.Learn more
- Children's digestive healthmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes gastroenterology among its pediatric outpatient services.Learn more
- Children's infectious diseasesmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes pediatric infectious diseases among its outpatient services.Learn more
- Children's mental healthmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS includes development and emotional and behavioural disorders among the concerns of child and adolescent health.Learn more
- Children's nephrologymedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes nephrology among its pediatric outpatient services.Learn more
- Children's ophthalmologymedicine · consultation topicIn children, eye assessments can identify vision problems, including conditions that the child may not recognise themselves.Learn more
- Chronic illnessMultidisciplinary · consultation topicIn chronic illness, care may include support for self-care and adaptation to the treatment regimen.Learn more
- Chronic kidney diseasemedicine · consultation topicThe DGS presentation describes an integrated chronic kidney disease pathway from primary care through advanced stages.Learn more
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseasemedicine · consultation topicChronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a group of lung conditions that can make breathing difficult.Learn more
- Chronic painmedicine · consultation topicAs an example of an approach to pain, the DGS provides a historical programme for acute and chronic pain; this document does not cover the whole subject of chronic pain.Learn more
- Chronic respiratory diseasemedicine · consultation topicThe DGS describes a historical spirometry pilot project in the coordination of care. It is an example of how care is organised and does not describe all chronic respiratory disease.Learn more
- Coagulationmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital describes a coagulation clinic in its immunohaemotherapy service.Learn more
- Community health nursingNursing · consultation topicCommunity health nursing considers the needs of groups and communities and health planning.Learn more
- Contraceptionmedicine · consultation topicContraception is part of family planning. Information can support choices adapted to each person's circumstances and needs.Learn more
- Coronary heart diseasemedicine · consultation topicCoronary heart disease can involve reduced blood flow to the heart due to the build-up of deposits in the coronary arteries.Learn more
- Couples psychologypsychology · consultation topicCouples psychology may consider thoughts, emotions and behaviours in the relationship. The APA description is a North American conceptual reference.Learn more
- Dermatofunctional physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicThe Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas includes scars and burns among examples of dysfunctions addressed by dermatofunctional physiotherapy.Learn more
- Diabetesmedicine · consultation topicDiabetes is a condition in which blood glucose becomes too high. There are different types, including type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes; care depends on the type and each person's circumstances.Learn more
- Diabetes nursing appointmentNursing · consultation topicFor children with diabetes, a nursing appointment can support ongoing learning about managing the condition, with family participation.Learn more
- Diabetes nutrition appointmentNutrition · consultation topicNutritional care in diabetes may include education and healthcare adapted to the individual.Learn more
- Dialysis nursingNursing · consultation topicThe OE provides a guide on peritoneal dialysis and care for the person and family.Learn more
- Digestive healthmedicine · consultation topicIndigestion is an example of a digestive complaint described by the NHS; it does not represent all digestive health concerns.Learn more
- Drug allergymedicine · consultation topicA drug allergy involves an immune system reaction to a medicine. Not every adverse reaction to a medicine is an allergy; the nature of the reaction requires assessment.Learn more
- Dyslipidaemiamedicine · consultation topicAssessment of suspected familial dyslipidaemia is a specific example; the historical standard cited addresses that context and does not cover all changes in blood lipids.Learn more
- Early childhood interventionpsychology · consultation topicEarly childhood intervention seeks to support the child's development and their family. In Portugal, the National Early Childhood Intervention System (SNIPI) is an example of an organised response in this field.Learn more
- Educational psychologypsychology · consultation topicEducational psychology may include assessment of needs and planning responses in an educational setting.Learn more
- Endometriosismedicine · consultation topicIn endometriosis, cells similar to those in the lining of the uterus grow elsewhere in the body. Effects vary between people.Learn more
- Epilepsymedicine · consultation topicEpilepsy is a condition that affects the brain and is associated with seizures.Learn more
- Eye healthmedicine · consultation topicAn eye condition can affect the ability to see clearly. Not all eye conditions cause vision loss.Learn more
- Family health nursingNursing · consultation topicFamily health nursing considers the family as a unit of care throughout its different stages.Learn more
- Family planningmedicine · consultation topicFamily planning includes decisions about the number of children and spacing between pregnancies, as well as contraceptive options and fertility questions. Different methods exist; the choice should be discussed in the context of each person's circumstances.Learn more
- Family psychologypsychology · consultation topicFamily psychology may consider emotions, behaviours and relationships in the family context. The APA description is a North American conceptual reference.Learn more
- Fertilitymedicine · consultation topicInfertility is difficulty achieving pregnancy. Assessment depends on individual circumstances.Learn more
- Fitness assessment for exercise and sportmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS describes promotion tools and physical activity assessment projects. This example does not define a fitness examination for exercise or sport or demonstrate certification; the scope of an appointment depends on a specific source and a competent decision.Learn more
- Food allergymedicine · consultation topicA food allergy is a reaction to certain foods; its severity can vary. The example of a British service does not determine a diagnosis or service offering for an individual.Learn more
- Functional rehabilitationMultidisciplinary · consultation topicThe WHO describes rehabilitation as relevant throughout life, including in the context of chronic conditions, injuries and the effects of ageing.Learn more
- Geriatric physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicThe Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas describes mobility, balance and function as topics in physiotherapy for ageing.Learn more
- Haemato-oncologymedicine · consultation topicLeukaemia is an example within haemato-oncology: the NCI describes it as a group of cancers of blood cells. The field includes other topics.Learn more
- Haemochromatosismedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital describes a haemochromatosis clinic in its immunohaemotherapy service.Learn more
- Headachesmedicine · consultation topicThe NHS identifies headache and notes that some situations may need medical attention.Learn more
- Hearing and balancemedicine · consultation topicHearing loss is an example of a change in hearing. Labyrinthitis is an example of an inner ear problem that can affect balance; changes in hearing or balance have diverse causes.Learn more
- Heart failuremedicine · consultation topicIn heart failure, the heart does not pump blood as effectively as needed. This does not mean that it has stopped working.Learn more
- Hereditary riskmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS provides programmes relating to some hereditary diseases and references to centers of expertise for rare diseases.Learn more
- High-risk pregnancymedicine · consultation topicDuring pregnancy, risk assessment is dynamic and may indicate a need for increased monitoring.Learn more
- HIV infectionmedicine · consultation topicHIV is a virus that weakens the immune system. AIDS refers to a group of serious illnesses associated with advanced infection.Learn more
- Hypertensionmedicine · consultation topicHypertension means high blood pressure. It often causes no symptoms, but can contribute to health problems, including cardiovascular disease. Its assessment involves more than how a person feels.Learn more
- Hypocoagulationmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital describes a follow-up clinic for people receiving anticoagulants in its clinical pathology service.Learn more
- Immunodeficiencymedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes immunodeficiencies among its pediatric outpatient services.Learn more
- Infection prevention nursingNursing · consultation topicHand hygiene is an infection prevention measure; wearing gloves does not replace it.Learn more
- Infectious diseasesmedicine · consultation topicThe programme for the prevention and control of sexually transmitted infections and HIV is one example of the approach to infectious diseases; these include other infections.Learn more
- Inflammatory bowel diseasemedicine · consultation topicInflammatory bowel disease is a group of long-term conditions that includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.Learn more
- Inflammatory rheumatic diseasemedicine · consultation topicRheumatoid arthritis is an example of an inflammatory rheumatic disease and can cause joint pain, swelling and stiffness. Other rheumatic diseases may have different characteristics.Learn more
- Insomnia and sleep disordersmedicine · consultation topicInsomnia is an example of a sleep disorder. The NHS describes it as recurring difficulty sleeping; other sleep disorders exist.Learn more
- Kidney and glomerular diseasesmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital describes nephrology care for kidney diseases, including glomerular diseases.Learn more
- Kidney stonesmedicine · consultation topicKidney stones are solid formations that develop in the kidneys. Some may cause no symptoms; others may cause pain.Learn more
- Liver diseasemedicine · consultation topicCirrhosis is an example of liver disease involving severe liver damage and may cause no symptoms in the early stages. Other liver diseases exist.Learn more
- Maternal health and parentingMultidisciplinary · consultation topicMaternal health involves care throughout the reproductive cycle; parenting may form part of ongoing care.Learn more
- Maternal health and pregnancymedicine · consultation topicMaternal health covers health during pregnancy, childbirth and the period after childbirth. Antenatal care is one example of care during pregnancy; needs vary at each stage.Learn more
- Maternal health nursingNursing · consultation topicMaternal and obstetric nursing supports sexual and reproductive health, including pregnancy and the neonatal period.Learn more
- Medical conditions in pregnancymedicine · consultation topicDuring pregnancy, the monitoring plan depends on risk assessment and may require coordination between health units.Learn more
- Medication management nursingNursing · consultation topicNursing support may include attention to managing the treatment regimen, within applicable competencies and conditions.Learn more
- Memory and cognitionmedicine · consultation topicDementia is a limited example within memory and cognition. The standard cited concerns specialist care for people with that diagnosis; this source does not describe all memory changes.Learn more
- Menopausemedicine · consultation topicThe NHS describes how perimenopause and menopause can involve changes in sleep and mood.Learn more
- Mental healthMultidisciplinary · consultation topicMental health care can consider the person and their family network throughout health and illness.Learn more
- Mental healthmedicine · consultation topicGeneralised anxiety disorder in adults is an example of a mental health condition described by the NHS; mental health encompasses other needs and contexts.Learn more
- Mental health nursingNursing · consultation topicMental health nursing considers the person's distress and mental health in their family context.Learn more
- Movement disordersmedicine · consultation topicParkinson's disease is an example of a condition that may involve changes in movement; the source cited does not describe all movement disorders.Learn more
- Musculoskeletal healthmedicine · consultation topicMusculoskeletal health involves muscles, bones and joints. Conditions affecting them can occur throughout life.Learn more
- Musculoskeletal painMultidisciplinary · consultation topicPain in muscles, bones or joints can affect movement. The NHS presents physiotherapy as one approach to musculoskeletal problems, including back or neck pain.Learn more
- Musculoskeletal physiotherapy appointmentPhysiotherapy · consultation topicMusculoskeletal physiotherapy may address changes related to movement and function.Learn more
- Neonatal healthmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes neonatology among its pediatric outpatient services.Learn more
- Neurological physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicAccording to the Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas, neurological physiotherapy addresses movement and function in people with neurological conditions.Learn more
- Neuropathic painmedicine · consultation topicPeripheral neuropathy is an example of a context in which nerve-related pain may occur; the approach depends on symptoms and cause. It does not represent every situation involving neuropathic pain.Learn more
- Neuropsychological assessmentpsychology · consultation topicThe OPP describes neuropsychological assessment in different contexts and stages of development.Learn more
- Neuropsychological assessment of older peoplepsychology · consultation topicThe OPP notes that neuropsychological assessment considers different stages of development.Learn more
- Nursing appointmentNursing · consultation topicNursing care seeks to identify health needs and plan care tailored to the person. An appointment may discuss what has changed, what is concerning and what support is needed; the conversation varies with context.Learn more
- Nursing in chronic illnessNursing · consultation topicIn chronic illness, nursing can support self-care, adaptation and prevention of complications.Learn more
- Nursing wound careNursing · consultation topicThe OE includes tissue viability and wounds in its list of additional competencies.Learn more
- Nutrition appointmentNutrition · consultation topicA nutrition appointment may address diet and health-related needs.Learn more
- Nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeedingNutrition · consultation topicPregnancy and lactation have particular nutritional needs that should be considered in ongoing care.Learn more
- Nutrition for allergies and intolerancesNutrition · consultation topicThe DGS provides a framework for schools concerning food allergies and intolerances in children and young people.Learn more
- Nutrition for obesityNutrition · consultation topicThe DGS obesity pathway describes an appointment with a nutritionist in Annex 11.Learn more
- Nutrition in a sporting contextNutrition · consultation topicNutrition in a sporting context relates to the needs of people who are physically active.Learn more
- Nutrition in ageingNutrition · consultation topicThe DGS provides a manual on nutrition for people with Alzheimer's disease and multidisciplinary support.Learn more
- Nutrition in eating behaviour disordersNutrition · consultation topicAn English service for severe eating disorders describes integrated nutritional, medical and psychological care. Other situations require their own assessment.Learn more
- Nutrition in gastrointestinal diseaseNutrition · consultation topicGastrointestinal issues may change dietary needs and the experience of eating.Learn more
- Nutrition in kidney diseaseNutrition · consultation topicIn chronic kidney disease, nutrition forms part of ongoing care and should be assessed according to the clinical situation.Learn more
- Nutritional assessmentNutrition · consultation topicA nutritional assessment seeks to understand needs related to food and nutrition. A British nutrition service provides examples of support and preparation; the specific process depends on the context and individual.Learn more
- Nutritional care after surgeryNutrition · consultation topicIn one gastrointestinal surgery example, nutritional care includes assessment and teamwork. Needs vary with the operation and recovery.Learn more
- Obesitymedicine · consultation topicThe DGS presentation describes integration between primary care, hospital care and specialist teams for obesity.Learn more
- Occupational healthmedicine · consultation topicOccupational health involves surveillance in the workplace. The DGS identifies specific categories of occupational physicians.Learn more
- Occupational health physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicAccording to the Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas, occupational health physiotherapy addresses function and ergonomics in the workplace.Learn more
- Occupational health psychologypsychology · consultation topicPsychological health at work involves the relationship between working conditions and wellbeing.Learn more
- Occupational health surveillance of workersmedicine · consultation topicOccupational health involves surveillance in the workplace. The DGS identifies specific categories of occupational physicians.Learn more
- Older people's healthmedicine · consultation topicThe historical DGS circular describes multidisciplinary care focused on autonomy and quality of life for older people.Learn more
- Oncology nursingNursing · consultation topicOncology nursing is an area of additional competency recognised by the Ordem dos Enfermeiros.Learn more
- Oncology nutritionNutrition · consultation topicThe DGS provides a guide for people with cancer and carers that includes food and nutrition.Learn more
- Oncology physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicThe Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas describes support for function as part of oncology physiotherapy.Learn more
- Oral healthmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS describes a historical programme including promotion, prevention and treatment of oral diseases.Learn more
- Osteoporosismedicine · consultation topicOsteoporosis weakens bones, making them more fragile and increasing the likelihood of fracture.Learn more
- Palliative careMultidisciplinary · consultation topicThe WHO describes integration of rehabilitation and palliative care in a multiprofessional team.Learn more
- Palliative caremedicine · consultation topicPalliative care is not only for people with cancer or for the final weeks of life.Learn more
- Palliative nursingNursing · consultation topicThe WHO describes integration of rehabilitation and palliative care in a multiprofessional team.Learn more
- Pediatric endocrinologymedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes endocrinology among its pediatric outpatient services.Learn more
- Pediatric neurology and developmentmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital includes development and pediatric neurology among its pediatric services.Learn more
- Pediatric nutritionNutrition · consultation topicThe DGS index lists healthy eating guidance for children and professionals.Learn more
- Pediatric physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicAccording to the Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas, pediatric physiotherapy may address a child's movement and function with family involvement.Learn more
- Pelvic health physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicThe Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas describes pelvic health as an area of intervention for pelvic dysfunctions, including pain and incontinence.Learn more
- Perinatal psychology appointmentpsychology · consultation topicPsychological intervention during pregnancy and the postpartum period may consider emotional experience and supportive relationships.Learn more
- Peripheral vascular diseasemedicine · consultation topicPeripheral arterial disease can affect the blood supply to the legs and cause pain. It is an example of peripheral vascular disease.Learn more
- Persistent musculoskeletal painmedicine · consultation topicBack pain is an example of musculoskeletal pain: it can have various causes and, for some people, persist or recur. It does not represent all musculoskeletal pain.Learn more
- Physical activity and exercisemedicine · consultation topicThe DGS provides promotion tools and refers to pilot projects for physical activity assessment and advice.Learn more
- Physiotherapy after surgeryPhysiotherapy · consultation topicA British leaflet on gynaecological surgery describes physiotherapy during recovery. The approach after other operations depends on the procedure and circumstances.Learn more
- Physiotherapy appointmentPhysiotherapy · consultation topicPhysiotherapy may address movement difficulties associated with injury, illness or disability.Learn more
- Physiotherapy during pregnancy and after childbirthPhysiotherapy · consultation topicDuring pregnancy and after childbirth, movement difficulties or discomfort may arise that merit assessment.Learn more
- Physiotherapy for chronic respiratory conditionsPhysiotherapy · consultation topicThe Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas describes cardiorespiratory intervention for people with respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.Learn more
- Physiotherapy for persistent painPhysiotherapy · consultation topicThe Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas describes assessment and intervention in physiotherapy for pain; the specific approach depends on the situation.Learn more
- Polyglobuliamedicine · consultation topicErythrocytosis, also called polyglobulia, means a high concentration of red blood cells in the blood.Learn more
- Prostate healthmedicine · consultation topicBenign prostate enlargement is one example of a prostate condition; it does not represent all prostate-related issues.Learn more
- Psychological support during bereavementpsychology · consultation topicThe OPP provides a children's programme dedicated to death and bereavement.Learn more
- Psychological support for chronic illnesspsychology · consultation topicThe OPP document addresses psychological intervention and support in the context of chronic illness.Learn more
- Psychological support for parentspsychology · consultation topicThe OPP describes an initiative on family communication and parenting.Learn more
- Psychological support in oncologypsychology · consultation topicThe DGS provides a guide for people with cancer and carers that includes mental health.Learn more
- Psychology appointmentpsychology · consultation topicA psychology appointment can provide a space to discuss emotional difficulties, thoughts and situations that interfere with daily life. Assessment can help understand needs and discuss possible support, depending on context.Learn more
- Psychology of older peoplepsychology · consultation topicOlder people can also seek psychological support according to their needs and circumstances.Learn more
- Psychotherapypsychology · consultation topicPsychotherapy is a form of psychological intervention; the professional framework and competency should be verified.Learn more
- Public health nutritionNutrition · consultation topicPublic health nutrition considers the diet and health of populations.Learn more
- Rare diseases and geneticsmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS provides programmes relating to some hereditary diseases and references to centers of expertise for rare diseases.Learn more
- Rehabilitation after strokemedicine · consultation topicA stroke can affect people in different ways. Recovery and the rehabilitation plan depend on the impact on each person.Learn more
- Rehabilitation nursingNursing · consultation topicThe WHO describes rehabilitation as relevant throughout life, including in the context of chronic conditions, injuries and the effects of ageing.Learn more
- Resistant hypertensionmedicine · consultation topicFernando Fonseca Hospital describes nephrology follow-up for severe or resistant hypertension.Learn more
- Rhinitis and respiratory allergymedicine · consultation topicIn allergic rhinitis, contact with an allergen can cause nasal irritation, sneezing and other symptoms.Learn more
- Risk of fallingmedicine · consultation topicAnyone can have a fall; mobility difficulties are one factor associated with increased risk.Learn more
- School health nursingNursing · consultation topicSchool health promotes wellbeing through coordination between health, education and the community.Learn more
- Self-care educationNursing · consultation topicSelf-care support seeks to strengthen abilities for daily activities and adaptation, while also considering carers.Learn more
- Sexual healthMultidisciplinary · consultation topicSexual health may involve questions about desire, comfort, relationships or sexual function.Learn more
- Sexual healthmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS presentation places sexual health within reproductive health and interpersonal relationships.Learn more
- Sexual health psychologypsychology · consultation topicThe OPP provides a practice support document on sexual health throughout life.Learn more
- Sexually transmitted infectionsmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS presents a programme for the prevention and control of STIs and HIV that includes access to diagnosis and treatment.Learn more
- Skinmedicine · consultation topicThe skin and its appendages, such as hair and nails, can show changes or discomfort. Acne is an example of a skin condition; it does not represent all skin concerns. Assessment depends on each person's circumstances.Learn more
- Sleepmedicine · consultation topicInsomnia is an example of a sleep-related difficulty; the NHS describes frequent difficulties sleeping and associated symptoms. Other sleep issues exist.Learn more
- Sleep and wellbeingMultidisciplinary · consultation topicSleep and wellbeing brings together questions about sleep habits and difficulties sleeping.Learn more
- Smoking cessationmedicine · consultation topicThe DGS provides a historical model programme for organising smoking cessation appointments.Learn more
- Sports nutritionNutrition · consultation topicThe ON FAQ refers to a standard for nutritionists' practice in exercise and sports settings.Learn more
- Sports physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicThe Ordem dos Fisioterapeutas includes injury prevention and rehabilitation among the topics of sports physiotherapy.Learn more
- Sports psychologypsychology · consultation topicSports psychology considers psychological factors related to sport and wellbeing.Learn more
- Stoma care nursingNursing · consultation topicStoma care is an area of additional competency in nursing; the individual's title and the type of care should be verified.Learn more
- Thyroidmedicine · consultation topicIn hypothyroidism, the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones. It is an example of a thyroid condition.Learn more
- Traveller's healthmedicine · consultation topicVaccination recommendations for a trip may depend on the destination and type of travel.Learn more
- Tuberculosismedicine · consultation topicTuberculosis is an infection that often affects the lungs, although it can involve other parts of the body.Learn more
- Urogynaecology and pelvic floormedicine · consultation topicUrinary incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine and can take different forms. It is one of the topics that may be addressed in urogynaecological care.Learn more
- Vaccination and preventionmedicine · consultation topicVaccination includes general programmes and recommendations for specific contexts. For travel, recommendations may vary by destination and type of trip; this example does not replace assessment of the applicable programme.Learn more
- Vaccination and vaccination educationNursing · consultation topicThe DGS describes the role of nursing in vaccination strategies.Learn more
- Vegetarian nutritionNutrition · consultation topicThe DGS addresses the adequacy of vegetarian diets and limits the main analysis to healthy adults.Learn more
- Vestibular physiotherapyPhysiotherapy · consultation topicVestibular rehabilitation may include assessment of dizziness and balance, followed by strategies tailored to the individual.Learn more
- Viral hepatitismedicine · consultation topicHepatitis is inflammation of the liver. It can have several causes, including viral infections.Learn more