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New Year’s resolutions start to wane and the good intention of giving up alcohol is now passing as we return to our usual drinking habits.  However, are we really aware of the risk of drinking alcohol?  Alcohol is a powerful chemical that can have a wide range of...

Bowel cancer: the facts  Bowel cancer is also known as colorectal cancer. It is a cancer of the large bowel or rectum.  Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK and the second biggest cancer killer. Over 42,000 people are diagnosed with bowel...

November 21 2019 marks World Pancreatic Cancer Day, a day dedicated to the combined efforts of more than 80 organisations from over 30 countries to inspire action for better outcomes for pancreatic cancer. It is essential to raise awareness of this specific cancer,...

Influenza is a viral infection of the respiratory tract and is highly infectious.  Symptoms include sudden onset of fever, chills, muscle pain, fatigue, headache, dry cough, sore throat and stuffy nose. Most healthy individuals usually recover within two to seven...

What is the prostate gland? The prostate is a small gland found only in men and contributes to the production of healthy sperm. It is about the size and shape of a walnut, however it tends to get bigger with increasing age. It lies just below the bladder and surrounds...

Diabetes is a condition where your blood sugar level is too high.  High levels of glucose in the blood can cause symptoms which can lead to complications.  However with early detection, treatment and management you can live a healthy life and reduce the risk...

Breast Lumps Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide.  Most breast lumps are not cancerous, but it is always best to have them checked by your GP. Non-cancerous causes of breast lumps include fibroadenomas and cysts. Fibroadenomas are solid...

Becoming unwell does not follow a standard 9-5 routine and can happen at any time, on any day. Being unwell is frustrating at the best of times but when illness strikes ‘out of hours’, this can cause increased levels of stress and anxiety.  Questions like ‘who to...

We are very pleased to announce that Gerry Sloan has joined The London General Practice as Operations Manager.  Gerry joins from The London Clinic to head up the day to day running of the Practice and support our continuing growth. As part of his role Gerry leads...

A smear test (cervical screening) is when the health of the cervix (the opening to the womb from the vagina) is checked.  A sample of cells is taken form the cervix to look for abnormal cell changes. Abnormal cell changes if left untreated can lead to cancerous...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, one of the most common cancers in the UK with around 1 in 8 women developing breast cancer in their lifetime,  Being aware of symptoms can lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment, and with that more effective...

Dr Angela Rai from The London General Practice, discusses the benefits and importance of vitamin D. Vitamin D is essential for healthy teeth and bones and helps regulate calcium levels in the body. The consequences of vitamin D deficiency are cardiomyopathy (a...

Heart disease can affect people at different ages.  Younger people may be affected by inherited or congenital conditions.  Coronary heart disease is classically associated with being an old man’s disease, however younger men and women are also affected by...

The menopause is a normal process that women experience, and can greatly affect the quality of a woman’s life.  The menopause occurs when the ovaries stop producing eggs, leading to a drop in hormone levels in the body. There are 3 stages: Perimenopause – this...

Influenza is an acute viral infection of the respiratory tract characterised by the sudden onset of fever, chills, headaches, aching muscles and extreme fatigue. Symptoms can also commonly include a dry cough and sore throat. For otherwise healthy individuals,...

Fatigue is an extremely common symptom seen in General Practice. Feeling tired is a normal part of life, but it can also be a symptom of illness.  There are numerous causes of tiredness including poor sleep, dehydration and stress as well as medical causes. ...

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK and accounts for 26% of all male cancer diagnoses in the UK.. Recently there has been an increase in awareness of symptoms of prostate cancer, however more awareness is needed as early detection is vital in...