Worries are growing throughout the UK amid reports of flu-like symptoms spreading across the country. Many are worried about a potential Covid infection. Amidst these concerns, two new Covid strains, FLiRT and LB.1, have emerged and are on the rise this summer, leading to widespread illness. To alleviate public concern, Dr. Xand van Tulleken emphasised … Read more
The NHS has issued a warning about a common condition that can lead to a variety of symptoms which many may not be familiar with. According to their website, if you experience abdominal pain along with other symptoms, it’s advisable to consult your GP about fibroids. These non-cancerous growths develop in or around the uterus. … Read more
Prescriptions for a range of ‘over the counter’ remedies are no longer available on the NHS after a crackdown in recent years on unnecessary spending by the service on common ailments. Cough syrup, paracetamol, eye drops and sun creams are among the products no longer being routinely prescribed by the NHS. The proposals to rein … Read more
An urgent warning has been issued to people who take daily medication because there’s a common fruit that could stop them working entirely. In fact, many common medicines – everything from blood thinners to antidepressants – come with warnings not to eat any grapefruit or drink any grapefruit juice while you’re on them. That’s because … Read more
An NHS GP, Dr Anisha Patel, has made an urgent call for individuals to consult their doctor if they observe any bodily changes. Diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer at just 39, Dr Patel has since been a vocal advocate for awareness, frequently appearing on television and radio. Author of ‘Everything you hoped you’d never … Read more
A change to doctor’s appointments and GPs surgery services is set to come into effect following the new government voted in this week. As part of a sweeping set of changes aiming to improve NHS services, the new government is looking to overhaul how GP surgeries’ appointments and doctors appointments in general work. The Labour … Read more
A medical professional has shared a handy tip for hay fever sufferers who are hitting the road this summer. As the warmer weather rolls in, those plagued by the allergy will be all too familiar with the discomfort it brings. Hay fever is a common condition that can cause a runny nose, sneezing, and itchy … Read more
The NHS recommends that individuals who experience unusual symptoms while lying down should call 999 immediately. Costochondritis, as described on their website, is a condition where the ribs meet the breastbone, causing sharp chest pain. While it may resolve on its own, it is important to monitor the condition since symptoms can intensify with movement … Read more
An NHS doctor has issued a warning on TikTok about a ‘shooting pain’ that could be a sign of a serious health issue. Dr Karan Rangarajan, also known as @dr.karanr on TikTok, urged people not to dismiss this common symptom and to seek help from their GP if they experience it. On his podcast, Dr … Read more
Medical experts are warning about the impact on the NHS of Brits booking risky operations abroad after multiple deaths. People are arranging to have procedures overseas where they might be cheaper or have a shorter waitlist after finding out about them on social media. The British Medical Association’s annual meeting in Belfast heard that this … Read more
