Although rare, allopurinol-induced severe cutaneous adverse reactions and allopurinol hypersensitivity syndrome have significant morbidity and mortality consequences.

Non-fasting lipid testing is now recommended throughout the world.

Research, education and clinical practice form the cornerstone of the medical profession. Practising clinicians should appreciate the role of research and actively participate in knowledge generation.

Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is the reference standard for diagnosing blood pressure abnormalities and should be used when possible.

Developments in the diagnosis of prostate cancer to highlight the advances for primary care physicians to facilitate the shared decision-making process.