STI spike to follow summer freedoms: Sexual Health Week takes place from September 12 to 18 this year. According to a recent survey, alarmingly, over half of Brits have NEVER had a sexual health check. Doctors warn of rises in STIs following a summer free from COVID-19 restrictions Almost 3 in 10 don’t ask about […]
When it comes to cancer, two concepts are common knowledge. The first is that cancer can be deadly. The second is that patients have a higher chance of a full recovery if the cancer is treated early. However, new research by specialist lawyers Bolt Burdon Kemp has shown that, perhaps, our own lack of knowledge is what […]
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COVID-19 linked with wider set of symptoms than previously thought – REACT: A study of over a million people in England has revealed additional symptoms that are linked with having the coronavirus. In addition to the ‘classic’ symptoms – loss of sense of smell and taste, fever and new persistent cough – a wide range […]
What is breast cancer? Breast cancer, or breast carcinoma, is an uncontrolled growth of epithelial cells within the breast. by Osmosis. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Transcript Breast cancer or breast carcinoma is an uncontrolled growth of epithelial cells within the breast. It’s the second […]
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People with bone, joint and muscle pain saw their symptoms worsen during lockdown – according to new research from the University of East Anglia. A new study shows that the majority of people with musculoskeletal pain reported increased symptoms – as the nation adhered to new government restrictions designed to stop the spread of the […]
Initial survey findings show the long road to recovery for people who have faced COVID at home without going into hospital. “We have been totally abandoned” people left struggling for weeks as they recover from COVID at home. New survey findings[1] show that people recovering from mild-moderate COVID[2] are struggling for weeks with symptoms, raising concerns that […]
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Strokes in dogs are relatively rare and can be difficult to spot. A stroke occurs when there is disruption to the blood flow to the brain. If you suspect your pet is having a stroke, get them to the vet immediately. Two types of strokes – as with humans, a stroke can result from a […]
Early diagnosis is a major focus of the work of Target Ovarian Cancer and we take a three-pronged approach to try and ensure that more women are diagnosed at an early stage when the cancer is still very treatable. Over 7000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every year in the UK. Although fewer than […]
From a GP’s perspective, I would much rather that a patient made an appointment with me to discuss their concerns about ovarian cancer than decide to wait and see. Make an appointment, even if you think it is nothing. The issue is that bloating is a very common complaint from women of all ages, and […]