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How to make the most of your GP appointment

Make the most of your GP appointment Having 15 minutes with a GP can feel like no time at all, but don’t worry – it’s absolutely possible to have an in depth conversation with the GP in this time and help put your mind at rest about any worries you may be having. We want […]

Vapes vs Cigarettes

In the past few years vapes and e-cigarettes have been increasing in popularity as a substitute to smoking. There are many different versions of vapes and e-cigarettes available, making them easily accessible and a favourite not just among those trying to quit smoking but among those who are taking up a vaping habit. There are […]

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HEALTHY HEART, HEALTHY YOU!

The adult heart beats about 100,000 times per day (that’s at least once per second) – hard work, hey! That’s why it’s so essential to keep it healthy, to keep the risk of heart disease at bay. But how do you maintain a healthy heart?

HOW TO HANDLE SUNBURN

The UK is currently experiencing an incredible heat wave, with temperatures soaring as high as 30 degrees! These temperatures are a far cry from the average British weather forecast – and, quite frankly, us Brits are just not used to it! Today we’re touching on a condition close to the hearts (and shoulders/ noses) of anyone who’s seen a little too much of the sun this weekend. Yes, you guessed it, we’re talking about Sunburn!

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IT’S TIME TO RESET THE SNOOZE BUTTON – TIPS TO BEAT INSOMNIA

We understand how frustrating a lack of sleep can be. That just a single night of sleeplessness can be hard on the mind and body, never mind several nights in a row. Adults need on average between 7-9 hours of sleep a night. However, 36% of adults in the UK have trouble falling asleep on […]

5 BENEFITS OF CUTTING DOWN ON ALCOHOL

With the onset of a New Year, many of us are thinking about ways that we can get healthier in 2017, such as by giving up alcohol. So other than the positive effect on your bank balance, what other benefits are there to participating in Dry January?

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SEVEN REASONS TO DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APP

Seven Reasons Why You Should Download Our Mobile App     Access to a GP appointment within 4 hours, special offers and promotions for our patients and the ability to search our library of healthcare services at the touch of a button. With these in mind, we launched the Doctors Clinic Group app. A mobile app […]

BIOHACK YOUR WAY TO A BETTER NIGHT’S SLEEP

Biohacking – A holistic approach to your health   The health and wellness industry has come a very long way from using a person’s weight to determine their health and fitness. Today it is all about blood work and health screens to assess how fit and healthy we really are. We’re moving away from measurements […]

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LONG COVID: THE LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF COVID-19

Long Covid: The long-term health effects of Coronavirus  Recently, we have seen more accounts of long Covid hitting the news, with those suffering reporting ongoing symptoms with little improvement. Most people who have coronavirus recover completely within a few weeks. Moreover, they can get back to normality with little or no difficulty. However, recent research, […]

LET’S TALK H20: THE BENEFITS OF DRINKING WATER

Why water is essential for optimal health Did you know that 60% of our bodies are made up of water? Water is essential for life. We need water for our very survival, our bodies can potentially last weeks without food but only days without water. Every cell, tissue and organ in our bodies require water […]

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