Category: General

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  Why being kind is good for your health

  Humans are fundamentally social beings, so it is not surprising that we benefit when we come together, connect, and help others. But you may be surprised to hear just how much we all benefit from doing so. Did you know, for example, that even simple acts of kindness can help to boost your wellbeing and […]

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  Check in with friends on World Mental Health Day

  World Mental Health Day falls on 10th October every year and serves as an important reminder of the need to reflect on our wellbeing. This year, it is more important than ever as the pandemic continues to affect our lives in so many ways. And so we are encouraging everyone to check in on their […]

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  The fight against the flu: Why it’s easier than ever to book your vaccine.

  Thanks to the widespread wearing of masks, social distancing, travel restrictions, and increased awareness of the importance of good hygiene practices, the number of cases of flu proved to be much lower than expected last winter. However, there is certainly no room for complacency as flu season rolls around again for another year. In fact, […]

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  We’re open every Saturday again

  YourGP is once again open every Saturday; which means for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began we are open six days a week, every week. We are aware that for many people it’s difficult to make time to see their GP during the working week, so our Saturday clinic offers the opportunity to […]

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  Fresh faced secrets: Dermal fillers at YourGP

  So many of us share the same concerns about sagging skin and multiplying wrinkles. But understandably, many are reluctant to go under the knife. Thankfully, there is an alternative solution which involves less drastic measures yet promises noticeably youthful results – dermal fillers at YourGP. Here, our cosmetics experts answer some of the most common […]

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  Back to school: When to keep your child at home

  With covid restrictions eased, teachers, children and parents alike will no doubt be looking forward to what will hopefully be a much more settled school year. Whilst it was a necessity to keep covid infection rates down, isolating at home has undeniably caused a great deal of disruption for all concerned. That said, even when […]

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  Summer staycations and holiday healthcare

  Summer 2021 may not be panning out as most had been hoping, with foreign holidays still off the cards. However, with local travel restrictions now eased, the silver lining to all this is that by enjoying a staycation many people will discover the amazing places and experiences on offer right here in the UK. For […]

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  Anti-wrinkle treatments at YourGP: Helping you face the world again.

  As restrictions continue to ease and life gradually returns to normal, there are people who may be understandably feeling a little apprehensive about facing the world again. For some, a confidence booster in the form of a simple anti-wrinkle treatment can make all the difference. For those who have never considered anti-wrinkle treatments before but […]

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  Gardasil 9 vaccine at YourGP: Providing extra protection against HPV.

  With schools closed for much of last year, it’s not just essential education that the younger generation have missed out on, but vital vaccines too. Prior to the pandemic, all young people were being offered the HPV vaccine during their S1 year. However, due to the coronavirus restrictions, many pupils missed out on their scheduled […]

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  Steroid Joint Injections Edinburgh

  We all know that keeping active can have hugely beneficial effects on our physical and mental well-being. But what about those who are denied the joy of an invigorating brisk walk or the thrill of a good workout due to joint pain? The answer could lie in steroid joint injections in Edinburgh. Thanks to GP, […]