Healthcare Blog

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  The growing problem of untreatable gonorrhoea

  Over the last 10 years, there has been a decrease in the number of new diagnoses of many STIs. But don’t celebrate too soon, because the number of cases of gonorrhoea has increased. What is even more alarming is the fact that gonorrhoea is becoming more and more difficult to treat. In fact, experts predict […]

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  “Runner’s face” and the effects of exercise

  Clearing your head as you pound the streets, that feeling of elation as you finally reach the end, the multiple health benefits you’ll start to notice when you make it a regular habit – there’s a lot to love about running! But despite the many advantages, some people are reluctant to work up a sweat […]

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  Is a balanced microbiome the key to good health?

  How much do you know about the state of your microbiome? It’s a topic you may have heard being discussed more frequently in recent years, but microbiome is so much more than just a buzzword. In fact, advances in medical research have confirmed that a balanced microbiome can play a crucial role in your physical […]

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  Davina McCall’s shocking health assessment results

  Davina McCall, best known for her high-energy television presenting, shocked everyone last month when she revealed she was to undergo neurosurgery to remove a brain tumour. What was even more shocking for many people was the fact that she had been completely unaware of the tumour, which was only picked up when she was offered […]

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  Protect yourself from the ‘quadruple-demic’ this winter

  There’s lots to look forward to in December – Christmas parties, quality time with family, festive food and time off work. However, it sadly won’t be all fun and games for everyone this winter as Britain braces itself for a so-called ‘quadruple-demic’. Read on as the health experts at YourGP reveal what it means and […]

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  STIs – the Christmas gifts that nobody wants!

  Party season has arrived and for many people that means nights out celebrating the season with friends and colleagues. With the music playing, drinks flowing and all the emotions that this time of year can conjure up, one thing can often lead to another under the mistletoe. But if you knew that the number of […]

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  The subtle signs of a heart attack you need to be aware of

  We’ve all seen heart attacks portrayed on-screen by actors that clutch their chest and dramatically drop to the floor. And yes, sometimes heart attacks look exactly like this. But it is important to understand that not all do. Heart attacks are often accompanied by a variety of other symptoms, some of which can be quite […]

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  Harmless skin tags or something more serious?

  Don’t let moles, cysts or skin tags dictate what you can and can’t wear. Despite being fairly common, we understand what an impact they can have on some people’s confidence, with many resorting to covering them up with clothing or make-up. We also know what a worry it can be when lumps and bumps appear […]