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Winter skin survival guide: How to keep your glow

Winter is a time for cosy jumpers, hot drinks, and crisp walks in the frosty air. But while the season has its charms, it can also wreak havoc on our skin. The biting winds, central heating, and drop in humidity can leave your skin feeling dry, tight, and uncomfortable. But don’t worry, with a little […]

The gift of self-care: prioritising your wellbeing this Christmas

The festive season is often dubbed the most wonderful time of the year. But let’s face it, it can also be the most overwhelming and exhausting. Between endless to-do lists, social commitments, and the pressure to create the “perfect” Christmas, it’s easy to let self-care fall by the wayside. This year, why not make your […]

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Keeping your family healthy this Christmas

Top 10 tips for a healthy and happy holiday season As the festive season approaches, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of holiday celebrations and indulgent treats. However, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial—especially during a time when overindulgence can often become the norm. To help your family enjoy a joyful and […]

How to Prevent Colds and Flu

A Practical Guide for Staying Healthy All Season As the colder months approach, so does the season of sniffles, coughs, and that all-too-familiar feeling of fatigue that signals a cold or flu may be on the way. Colds and flu can range from mildly annoying to downright debilitating, but there are plenty of ways to […]

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Is it a health trick or treat?

True or False? In the world of healthcare we are fed a huge diet of conflicting information and it’s difficult to sift out the tricks from the treats! We’ve compiled some common health myths to help you understand what’s correct and what’s a load of codswallop! See if you can guess what’s a trick or […]

How to boost your immune system

How to boost your immune system: 10 effective strategies In our ever-changing world, maintaining a robust immune system is of paramount importance. Your immune system is your body’s natural defence against pathogens and illnesses, and there are numerous ways to strengthen it naturally. As we approach the winter months and cold and flu becomes more […]

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How to get rid of a cold

Everyone wants to know how to get rid of cold but the truth of the matter is it’s quite challenging to do alone. With same-day appointments, we can help you feel better quickly:   BOOK GP APPOINTMENT   As the temperature drops and the leaves start to fall, cold and flu season makes its unwelcome […]

CHOLESTEROL: FRIEND OR FOE?

Good, bad, high, low, total, score, ratio – the world of cholesterol is a complicated one. However, since cholesterol plays such a key role in cardiovascular health, isn’t it time we brushed up on our cholesterol awareness?

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BLOOD PRESSURE: THE HIGHS & THE LOWS

Following on from Diabetes, another common condition affecting our more senior population is high blood pressure. We answer those important questions that many people have, including, “What’s a normal blood pressure, and what is high?”, and “Why is my doctor so concerned about high blood pressure?!”

Getting Ready for September

Tips to Stay Healthy, In Shape, and Mentally Fit Post-Summer As the lazy days of summer gradually give way to the crisp mornings and busier schedules of September, it’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed. The transition from summer relaxation to the structured rhythm of autumn can be a challenge, but it’s also an opportunity […]

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