Yuletide Blog
20 Dec 2016

With the festive season almost upon us, we take a look at some of the medico-legal issues you may face this Christmas.
- Receiving gifts from patients
- Good Samaritan acts and Medical emergencies in the air
- Family disputes
- Drinking on call
- Social media
- Some old Christmas chestnuts
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On behalf of MDA National, we wish you all a safe, happy festive season and a wonderful new year.
This blog contains general information only. We recommend you contact your medical defence organisation or insurer when you require specific advice in relation to medico-legal matters.
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