Monkeypox
Belonging to the same family of viruses as Smallpox, Monkeypox is a viral disease that has transmitted from animals to humans. Originating from the tropical rainforests of central and west Africa, the Monkeypox virus spread has been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization. At least 16,000 cases have been reported in […]
Coronavirus: 15 Tips on How to Avoid It
Coronavirus: 15 Tips on How to Avoid It! The outbreak of Covid-19 is causing increased anxieties worldwide. Huge steps are being taken by different governments and international health organisations to try and contain it.But what to do on an individual basis to protect yourself? Daily preventive actions to help prevent the spread of any respiratory […]
Great news in the fight against HPV in the UK
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of very common viral infections that affect your skin and the moist membranes lining your body. There are over 130 strains; some of which cause no visible symptoms; through to simple hand warts or verrucas; through to the sexually-transmitted infection genital warts; but some high-risk strains can cause a […]
Viral warts and verrucae: what are your options
Warts and verrucas are notoriously difficult to get rid of. Some may manage to get rid of them within weeks or months, but some patients are bothered by this painful and / or unsightly condition for many years. So what are the warts, verrucas and how you can get cured? What are warts? Warts are […]
