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28 July

How do I change my GP (general practitioner)? It is quite easy actually. First of all, yes you can. All general practices are not the same. And not all patients and doctors get on. You may have a problem with the GPs in your local general practice, and do not like their manner or style. Some […]

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28 July

How to get seen more quickly in A&E A tough one! There is no easy way (and shouldn’t be actually). If you have a critical or serious illness or injury, the A&E (or Emergency Department, ED) is the place for you. So. How do you get seen more quickly in A&E? But it is always […]

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28 July

How do I change my hospital consultant? This is easier than you think. It’s quite easy, actually. Not all patients and doctors get on. You may have a problem with a particular consultant and do not like his/her manner or style. You may want someone that is softer or straighter or whatever. But fortunately, most hospitals departments […]

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27 July

7 ways to prevent falls How common are falls and why do falls matter? Falls are a common, but often overlooked, cause of injury. Around 1 in 3 adults over 65 years, and 50% of people over 80 years will have at least one fall a year. In terms of why they matter, there are […]

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27 July

How to use antidepressant tablets – 5 do’s and don’ts In this article, we will describe how to use 5 antidepressant tablets – do’s and don’ts. Antidepressant medications work by helping to correct an imbalance of chemicals in the brain. Antidepressant medications are not addictive or habit forming. They are not uppers, and they are […]

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25 July

10 top tips for cutting down on alcohol If you think you have a problem, you need accept it and want to sort it out. If you don’t accept you have a problem, you are not ready to read this page. Alcohol is a good thing in moderation. It tastes nice and is a social […]

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25 July

What is a red flag symptom? A red flag symptom is something abnormal about your body or mind, that may indicate something is significantly wrong. ‘Red flag’ means potentially serious (and potentially treatable). See you doctor soon (even today) if you think you have one. There are three types: Acute physical health red flag symptom […]

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25 July

10 common foot and toe problems (with photos) We will now describe 10 common foot and toe problems; with photos of each. For many of these conditions, a podiatrist will be able to help. 1. Plantar fasciitis – this is a condition in which the thick band of tissue (plantar fascia) that runs along the […]

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25 July

Kim Kardashian and her psoriasis Psoriasis is very common and affects 2% of the population – not just Kim Kardashian. It can start at any age, but most often develops in adults between 20 and 30 years old and between 50 and 60 years old. It affects men and women equally. The severity of psoriasis […]

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25 July

10 menopause facts  The menopause can be a very difficult time for a woman, and it can be difficult accessing good medical care. Nonetheless, in this article, we will describe 10 top tips for the menopause. We hope it makes it easier for you 1. What is the menopause? Menopause is the stage in a […]

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