Healthcare Blog

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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 […]

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  Why are more people being diagnosed with autism?

  A recent study found a 787% exponential increase in the number of autism diagnoses in the UK between 1998 and 2018. This is a dramatic rise and one that understandably raises many questions. With that in mind, the health experts at YourGP are here to answer some of your most common questions about autism in the […]

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  Lip flips, bunny lines and golf ball chin dimples

  If you’re new to the world of aesthetic treatments, you might be a little confused by some of the lingo used by beauty writers, bloggers and influencers. And that’s understandable, because some of the terms do sound bizarre! Are you familiar with a “lip flip”, for example? Could you point to your “bunny lines”? Or […]

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  Why do us Scots have such an unhealthy reputation?

  Scotland has a lot to be proud of – from the majestic landscapes and world-class architecture, to the ground-breaking achievements of scientists, sports athletes and authors. But when it comes to our health, there are several things that we as a nation should be less proud of. So, to mark St Andrew’s Day on 30th […]

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  Reading recommendations to boost your health and wellbeing

  Whether you like to curl up by the fire with a classic novel, lounge in the bath with page-turner, or read a couple of chapters of a best-seller before nodding off to sleep, there are so many benefits of reading regularly. With Book Week Scotland taking place on 18–24 November, the health experts at YourGP […]

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  Why are we not talking about erectile dysfunction?

  In recent years, we as a society have become so much more open when it comes to discussing health issues. Awareness campaigns such as Movember have worked wonders in helping to shine a light on topics that were previously strictly taboo. However, the issue of erectile dysfunction still appears to be an absolute no-go topic […]

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  Could you have prediabetes?

  Diabetes is at an all-time high. According to the charity, Diabetes UK, it’s estimated that more than 5.6 million people in the UK are living with diabetes. Of these, a staggering 1.2 million people are currently living with type 2 diabetes but are yet to be diagnosed. This is an alarming figure because without the […]