Anxiety and depression are conditions which we commonly dispense prescriptions for. Here we’re going to take a look at some of the common treatments used, and how they work. Sertraline Sertraline...
How to Improve your health, lose weight and help cut the risks from COVID-19
There’s much the scientific community is still learning about the coronavirus, how it’s transmitted, and its symptoms. However, a new Public Health England (PHE) report indicates that being excessively overweight...
Summer travel advice – be prepared
Following a Government announcement, travellers returning to the UK from Spain are now required to quarantine for 14 days in an attempt to limit a further spike in coronavirus infections....
Coronavirus update for shielding patients
In order to help tackle the spread of coronavirus, England has been in a state of lockdown since 23rd March. This has been a challenging period for all of us,...
What is a Medication Review?
Understanding medication reviews Patients who get a repeat prescription from the NHS to help treat or manage a long-term health condition can sometimes be asked to see their GP or other...
New face covering rules in place from 24th July
In a further effort to help manage the spread of coronavirus, the UK Government is bringing in additional rules around the use of face coverings which will come into effect...
Coronavirus update: Understanding local lockdowns
On the 4th July, England took a further step towards normality by easing its lockdown status. Pubs and hairdressers were amongst the businesses allowed to reopen with new safety precautions....
Coronavirus 4th July update – what you need to know
A series of new measures are being introduced by the Government on Saturday 4th July in the ongoing effort to safely navigate the coronavirus pandemic. This will be the most...
Living with a lung condition
Breathing easily is something many of us take for granted. However, over 10,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with lung disease each week. As the British Lung Foundation have...
A helpful guide to taking your medicine
The UK has been in a state of ‘lockdown’ for over 3 months and although the rules we’re living by are changing regularly, it could be some time before things...
Coronavirus update: new face mask requirements
The UK Government is adapting the national strategy to help manage the spread of coronavirus as the pandemic continues. As we gradually come out of lockdown, new rules will be...
Coronavirus update for patients concerned with bladder health
Personal healthcare is one area which has been impacted by the ongoing lockdown of the UK. This article has some information for patients with bladder health issues, including how to...
Coronavirus update – Understanding the NHS test and trace service.
The Government has launched the NHS test and trace service to help control the spread of coronavirus, which is especially important while lockdown restrictions begin to ease. This new service...
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