The menopause stigma needs to change in the workplace
Every woman’s experience with the menopause can vary; whilst most will go through the menopause between the age of 45 to 55, some women may start in their 30s or even younger.
Harrow Health Care Centre welcomes experienced GP to practice
One of London’s leading private GP practices, Harrow Health Care Centre, has appointed Dr Gaya Nathan as one of its latest General Practitioners. Dr Gaya Nathan, a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners, has joined the growing practice alongside her current work as an NHS GP and GP Appraiser. She has specialist training […]
HIV transmissions stopped by 2030?
Cases of HIV transmission in the UK will be eradicated by 2030 through improved methods of prevention, detection, and treatment, according to Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock.
STIs in over 50s doubled
A recent survey has revealed that over 21 per cent of over 50s have had more than one sexual partner, and yet, 65 per cent admitted that they never use condoms.
Is it safe to take the contraceptive pill every day?
One of the most popular contraceptive options available in the UK is the contraceptive pill, historically women have been advised to take a seven-day break to help regulate hormones and thus induce menstruation.
Second generation blood tests could save health services money
According to a recent study by Imperial College London, the current blood tests conducted by UK health organisations should be replaced with a more recent and accurate blood test in order to spot more cases of tuberculosis (TB).
Petition to lower the age for cervical cancer screening goes to Parliament
Recently, there have been debates on whether the Government should lower the age for cervical cancer screening from 25 to 18.
Avian flu warning for travellers going to celebrate Chinese New Year
Health officials are warning travellers who are likely to go to China during the annual festival, to take appropriate action to ensure they are protected against avian flu.
NHS overturn ‘Pope Rule’ and suggest taking contraceptive pill every day
The NHS is changing their guidelines on how to take the contraceptive pill from the current ‘three weeks on, one week off’ suggestion to taking it every day of the month.
Public Health England issue warning about low flu vaccination uptake
Public Health England (PHE) has claimed that the levels of flu and influenza are putting significant pressure on intensive care units to the same level as experienced during last year’s winter crisis.
A third of women skip their cervical screening test
The latest figures revealed that around three million women across the UK haven’t had a smear test for at least three and a half years.
Importance of immunisation brought to light as third child in a week diagnosed with measles
People travelling to Australia have been warned about protecting themselves against measles, after a third child in less than a week has been diagnosed with measles in New South Wales (NSW).
