Author: yourgp

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  What is a health check and why you should schedule one

  Diabetes. Heart disease. Cancer. We can help you strike out these diseases Getting a regular health check is very important and a key way to look after your health as it can catch problems before they develop and allow you to take any necessary preventative steps. What is a health check? A health check is […]

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  Speech & Language Therapy is now available at YourGP

  At YourGP we are always looking for new ways to help our patients. We do this by hiring highly qualified and accomplished members of staff – many of whom are renowned experts in their field. We also introduce new therapies and treatments for the benefit and convenience of our patients. We are very proud and […]

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  Your FREE look into your skin problems

  Our skin is a vital organ – it acts as a barrier to bacteria and is the first line of defence against infection. However, over time it can become damaged, and there are various ways this damage can be shown. Many of these problems don’t pose a medical risk, so a lot of people don’t […]

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  Get glowing skin in just 15 minutes with Obagi!

  Is your skin lacking the lustre and radiance that you wish you had? Do conventional face washes, cleansers and products leave your skin irritated rather than glowing? We have the answer you’ve been looking for! Dull skin can be caused by various factors such as poor diet, not getting enough sleep or more in-depth problems […]

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  Depression – what it is and how to treat it

  Feeling down for a few days is normal and most people experience short-term sadness, or periods of feeling down a few times during their life. However, those suffering with depression feel persistently sad or down for prolonged periods of time that can last weeks or months. There is still a lot of stigma around mental […]

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  We’ve been shortlisted for Employer of the Year!

  We’ve had some great news recently and we want to share it with you! We entered into the Business Women Scotland Awards for 2016 earlier this year and we’ve been shortlisted for the Employer of the Year Award! What are the awards for? The Business Women Scotland awards reward the extraordinary entrepreneurship of Scotland’s business […]

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  The Flu Jab is in stock at YourGP!

  It’s flu season again, it’s time to get the flu jab. The flu is an unpleasant illness and can be debilitating for many people who get it. It often involves being sick with a cough, fever, a blocked or running nose and a feeling of tiredness. People who contract the flu usually have to spend […]

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  Blood tests give a picture of health

  Want to know how your health is? Your blood has the answer! The blood that circulates through our bodies transports oxygen and nutrients, fights infection and protects and heals us when we get hurt. It’s no surprise then that our blood acts as a roadmap to our health; blood tests can quickly identify or rule out diseases, […]

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  Know the signs for Action on Stroke Month

  May is Action on Stroke Month, a campaign that aims to increase awareness of risk factors and help people understand the signs and symptoms of stroke.   Stroke happens when blood supply to the brain is restricted or stopped. When it does, brain cells begin to die, which can lead to serious complications including brain […]