Healthcare Blog

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  How YourGP is helping local girls reach their goals

  According to Women in Sport, 1.3 million girls who once loved sport disengage as teenagers. Sadly, this means that by ages 13-16, only 10% of girls are meeting their recommended daily activity levels. This drop-out rate also means a huge number of girls are missing out on the mental health benefits of exercise. And this […]

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  The rise in late ADHD diagnoses amongst women explained

  In recent years, there have been many high profile women who have hit the headlines after receiving a diagnosis for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) later in life. The likes of singer Lily Allen, actress Gwyneth Paltrow and director Greta Gerwig have all spoken openly about how receiving their formal diagnoses has provided clarity and validation, […]

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  Take control of your sexual health and wellbeing

  When it comes a persistent cough or niggling joint pain, many of us don’t think twice about booking an appointment with a doctor to get the issue seen to and sorted ASAP. And that’s exactly how it should be! But when it comes to sexual health and wellbeing, far too many people are held back […]

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  How has Scotland’s smoking ban impacted the health of the nation?

  20 years ago, Scotland made history as the first part of the UK to ban smoking in enclosed public places. For non-smokers it was a huge victory – for the first time, it meant they could go to work, enjoy a drink in the pub and dine in restaurants without being exposed to second-hand smoke. […]

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  Aesthetics treatment timeline: Aftercare advice you shouldn’t ignore

  When administered in the right way, by the right person, in the right setting, an aesthetics treatment can offer fantastic results – smoother skin, more contoured features, and a fresher, more youthful appearance. However, whilst these results are largely dependent on the skill of the cosmetic practitioner and the quality of the products they use, […]

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  YourGP patients help Edinburgh kids reach new heights

  Over the years, the YourGP team has organised a variety of charity fundraising events. We’ve had team members shave their head to raise money for Movember, hosted a coffee morning and bake sale to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support, and organised a raffle in aid of Held in Our Hearts during Baby Loss Awareness […]

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  Vitamin supplements: Too much of a good thing?

  The number of people admitted to hospital because of a lack of vitamins or minerals is soaring. In fact, NHS data showed admissions for vitamin or iron deficiencies were up by more than 10% year on year, and as much as tenfold compared to 1998-99. And whilst turning to supplements might seem like the obvious […]

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  Why cases of Parkinson’s are expected to double

  Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world and cases are expected to double to more than 25 million by 2050. It is a debilitating condition that causes body tremors and stiff muscles, but there is also a range other physical and psychological symptoms that accompanies this disease that we should all be […]