If 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.
It 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.
A 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:
While 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.
Premenstrual 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.
In 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.
At present, there is a lot of fear around the increase in Group A Strep infections. In this blog I will look at common symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and when to call your doctor.
Back pain, particularly lower back pain, is very common. In this video I demonstrate a programme of daily exercises which will strengthen your core and give relief to back pain.
Most types of vitamin B are readily available in foods, but vitamin B12 is not available from plants. For this reason vegetarians and vegans who eat little or no animal products should monitor their vitamin B levels and take a supplement if required.
Surprisingly, many people struggle with symptoms like fatigue and mild depression in the winter, yet few realise that the reason for their problems might be vitamin deficiency.
Siobhan and Tina were invited by Jane McClenaghan from Vital Nutrition to represent Vitalis Health Private GP at the Workplace Wellbeing Day in the Mac, in Belfast City Centre Cathedral Quarter in October.
Back pain, particularly lower back pain, is very common. It usually improves within a few weeks but can sometimes last longer or keep coming back. In this blog post I will look at some causes and treatments of long term back pain.
