Health promotion is usually driven by budget and financial gains. Below the age of 50 we do not get regular letters to remind us to examine our breasts or avail of the self-referral for mammograms once we turn age 40. Maybe this reminder could be added to the smear test reminder letter?
Read MoreTestosterone is also a female sex hormone produced by women along with oestrogen, bith important in developing the sexual organs. Testosterone decreases with age and is related to the slowing down of our ovaries and in some women when the menopause occurs suddenly in relation to medcation such as chemotherapy.
Read MoreSmear tests are not pleasant but necessary and ahving them eprfomred in a relaxed environment can make the whole process much nicer. Our smear test results are back in 7-10 days.
Read MorePeople who walk to work or cycle to work along busy roads such as the Ormeau road in Belfast, have carbon monoxide levels in their blood similar to smokers- now that is worrying!
Read MoreOsteoarthritis is part of aging, but some of us will genetically develop it earlier than others. Exercise can help and diet can also help with pain
Read MoreIt’s that time of year when he common cold is on the lose! SO how do you keep as healthy as possible?
Read MoreWhile the central gripping chest pain or pressure is a typical manifestation of heart strain or a heart attack, it's crucial to recognise that women often experience different symptoms compared to men
Read MoreIf this is your first episode of neck pain we recommend that you see a doctor or physio for assessment. Also if you have numbness or tingling or weakness in your arms see a doctor as soon as is possible and avoid any extreme movements of the neck.
Read MoreIt is typically recommended for individuals who are at higher risk of TB infection or who may have been exposed to TB, and may be requested by your employer as part of your occupational health assessment.
Read MoreA contraceptive implant is a small, flexible rod that is inserted under the skin of a woman's upper arm to provide long-term birth control. Here's a general overview of how a contraceptive implant is inserted by a doctor:
Read MorePractising self-compassion in mindfulness meditation involves cultivating a kind and non-judgmental attitude toward yourself.
Having compassion for yourself can help with pain, self-doubt and generally feeling overwhelmed by whatever is causing stress in your life.
Here are some steps you can follow to build self-compassion into your mindfulness practice:
Read MoreWhile there is ongoing research exploring the potential health benefits of strawberries, including their role in preventing various types of cancer, it's important to note that no single food can definitively prevent or cure cancer.
Read MorePremenstrual tension (PMT) also known as PMS occurs in most women but to varying degrees. Women who exercise regularly may not notice the symptoms of PMT until they have an injury where they can no longer exercise.
Read MoreWe get asked more and more about testosterone replacement therapy as many men buy this independent of doctors and administer it themselves.
The main reasons our patients are on testosterone are:
Read MoreWhy is sunshine so important to humans? There are several reasons…
Read MoreThis blogs addresses alternatives to HRT for hot flashes. We look at the evidence for soy products and what to do if you’ve had breast cancer.
Read MoreIn this Doctor’s video blog, Susan Hughes interviews Dr Siobhan about Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Siobhan talks about the difference between IBS and inflammatory bowel disease. She describes various symptoms, diagnosing IBS and how to manage it. She refers to and explains the FODMAP diet.
Read MorePost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder caused by very stressful, frightening or distressing events.
