Health & Lifestyle News

Propecia: does it really work?

11/11/2020

Wondering whether or not Propecia will help your hair loss? Click here to read more about the treatment, and whether or not the scepticisms hold true.

How to stop fungal nail infections once and for all

21/10/2020

Desperate to see the end of a fungal nail infection? Click here to read more about adapting your treatment, and taking steps to avoid a recurrence.

Genital herpes: could a cure be on the horizon?

24/09/2020

A new breakthrough in research into the use of gene editing against the herpes simplex virus have offered new insight into a possible cure. Click here for more.

Is HPV the same as genital warts?

01/08/2021

Wondering whether HPV and genital warts are used synonymously? Click here to read about the relationship between these two conditions.

Increasing cystitis cases linked to less antibiotics being prescribed by GPs

12/10/2020

Statistics gathered within the UK over the last twenty years demonstrate a worrying increase in the number of persistent UTIs. Click here to read more.

A guide to safe travel during COVID-19

05/08/2020

Travel outside of the UK is once again becoming more common. Click here to read more about ensuring that you are able to remain safe from harm, wherever you go.

Bacterial vaginosis: separating fact and fiction

16/05/2020

Wondering whether you are experiencing bacterial vaginosis? Click here to read more about the symptoms, causes and treatment options for women suffering from BV.

Healthcare abroad post-Brexit

20/08/2020

By the beginning of 2021 most UK citizens travelling within Europe and the EEA will no longer have access to European Health Insurance. Click here to read more.

Asthma and COVID-19

25/05/2020

Living with asthma during the COVID-19 pandemic is a source of anxiety for many people. Click here to read more on managing your condition and keeping informed.

Top 5 tips for coping with altitude sickness

08/03/2020

Worried about altitude sickness? Get our best tips to avoiding the health effects of higher altitudes, and how to keep yourself safe on the mountains. Click here to read more.

Oral versus topical medication for fungal nail infections

07/05/2020

Wondering how to start treating your fungal nail infection? Click here to compare oral and topical medications, and to find out which treatment is right for you.

5 Surprising causes of erectile dysfunction

26/04/2020

Suffering from erectile dysfunction? Click here to read more about some of the lesser known causes behind impotence, and how to find the right treatment for you.

The link between sex and cystitis

16/04/2020

For many women, sex can pose a risk of UTIs. Click here to read more on the link between sex and cystitis, and how to get treatment during the COVID-19 crisis.

Risk factors for fungal nail infections

19/03/2020

Concerned about fungal nail infections? Read on for more information on things that may increase your chances of catching an infection, and how to fight it. Click here to read more.

How can you diagnose and treat herpes during the COVID-19 crisis?

07/04/2020

Worried that you are experiencing symptoms of the herpes virus? Click here to learn more about looking after your sexual health during the outbreak of COVID-19.

What medications can you take abroad?

30/01/2020

Preparing to go abroad? Learn more about restricted and prohibited medication around the world, and what you can pack to stay healthy on your travels. Click here to read more.

Top tips for preventing malaria

08/02/2020

Malaria is a potentially life-threatening disease prevalent in many areas around the world. Click here to read more about keeping yourself safe on your travels.

What you need to know before ordering hair loss treatments online

11/02/2020

Male pattern baldness is a condition that affects many men. Click here for more about the treatments available, and how to find the right course of action.

Understanding and treating genital warts

28/02/2020

Concerned about genital warts? Read on to find out more about the infection behind the symptoms, how to recognise the signs, and how to get rid of genital warts. Click here to read more.

Genital wart cream may offer unexpected disease protection

11/09/2020

Researchers have recently uncovered a possible application for a common genital wart treatment in the fight against mosquito-borne viruses. Click here for more.

Bleach for toenail fungus and other myths

11/09/2021

Fungal toenail infections continue to be shrouded in harmful myths and misunderstandings, making it harder for suffers to get rid of them. Click here for more.

Top urinary tract infection myths

25/11/2020

Confused about urinary tract infections? Click here to dispel some of the most prevailing myths surrounding UTIs, why they happen, and how they are treated.

Antibiotic resistance to Gonorrhoea

08/03/2013

Neisseria gonorrhoeae is the causative agent of one of the most important sexually transmitted diseases, Gonorrhoea. Gonorrhoea Treatment remains an important clinical and public health problem. Click here to read more.

Antifungal Therapy for Skin and Nails

07/07/2013

Clinical diagnosis of skin and fungal nail infections are not always straightforward or easy. Inappropriate antifungal therapy has a significant cost implication for the NHS. Click here to read more.

Psychological impact testing positive for Chlamydia

12/11/2012

Very few data studies have looked at the potential harms of Chlamydia testing. This study assessed the psychological impact of receiving a positive Chlamydia Test result. Click here to read more.