Category: General

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  Celebrating International Nurses’ Day

  12th May is officially International Nurses’ Day, a day that aims to recognise the important contribution that nurses make to society. So, what better time to get to know YourGP’s resident Practice Nurse, Laura? Here, she gives us a unique insight into her everyday life at the practice, revealing the challenges and rewards of the […]

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  Travel Clinic now open at YourGP

  After two years of travel restrictions, many of you are understandably excited at the prospect of finally heading overseas and roaming, exploring and discovering new places. But whether you’re jetting off for business or pleasure, make sure you book an appointment at YourGP’s Travel Clinic before you go to get all the necessary advice, vaccinations […]

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  Smear tests have changed, here’s what you need to know

  Smear tests – they’re something many women try not to think about, unless they absolutely have to! But if it has been several years since you last had one, you may not be aware that cervical screening in the UK has changed. Here we explain what those changes are and what this means for you. […]

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  Get motivated, get active, get results

  The New Year is traditionally a time for new beginnings. And whilst getting active to improve health and fitness levels is often at the top of many people’s wishlist for the year ahead, we understand that putting that goal into action can be easier said than done. So read on for some tips and advice […]

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  Party season pressures

  Christmas is a time for fun and indulgence – something we arguably need now more than ever, having endured a pandemic for the past two years. However, without wanting to dampen your festive spirit, it is important to be aware of some potential health hazards associated with the party season. Because whilst it might be […]

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  Appointments available now at the YourGP Queen Street pop up clinic

  This month we’re making it even easier for you to access services at YourGP by opening a pop up clinic in the heart of the city. The new YourGP Queen Street pop up clinic is located at 15 Queen Street, making it a convenient location for city workers wanting to be seen by a healthcare […]

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  Introducing the new winter health check at YourGP

  The clocks have gone back and the temperature has dropped – winter has arrived. With it comes the usual increase in sickness bugs, viruses and colds, and of course this season we still have Covid-19 to contend with. To help you stand the best chance of remaining healthy over the coming months, we’ve introduced a […]

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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, […]