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,...
