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Human Papillomavirus vaccination (Gardasil9) in boys and gay men
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common viral infection with over 100 strains, some of which cause simple hand warts or verrucas, but some can cause the sexually-transmitted infection genital warts or a range of cancers (cervical, vaginal, vulval, penile, anal and oral). Gay and bisexual men have high rates of HPV infection and HPV-related […]
At Home Pregnancy Doppler Devices – Good or Bad idea?
It’s 2017 and technology has made so many things in our lives easier, faster and more accessible. Our thirst for knowledge, instant gratification and the latest gadget has created many industries that weren’t around a few years ago. We like to think these technological advances are adding to our lives in a positive way but […]
Cancer Screening: Be informed!
Cancer is a scary word. It’s a word that we are all brought up to dread. We all know someone who has been affected by cancer. Unfortunately, cancer accounts for 1 in 4 deaths and is the leading cause here in the UK. In the UK, the most common type of cancer to affect men […]
Wheat: Friend or Foe?
Confused by all the anti-wheat hype? Here’s the low down on the evidence behind whether or not wheat is for you. Grain-based foods, including wheat, are an important source of nutrients, such as B vitamins needed for cell metabolism and dietary fibre for gut health. In addition, any diet that unnecessarily restricts food groups can […]
Private Medical Insurance – Is it worth it?
The latest health statistics in 2016 show that more and more people choose to pay for private healthcare rather than taking out a private medical insurance. Ageing and the continuous growth of population together with rapid advances in medicine and medical technologies have lead to increased public expectations of the way they look after their […]
Annual Health MOT – Best way to keep your health bills down
Is it better to treat a disease or prevent it altogether? A retired private doctor once told me: “I have sick patients—my patients have heart attacks and strokes!” He implied that younger private doctors today focus more on the “worried well” rather than on genuinely ill patients. But this raises an important question: Is the […]
Are you an expat in London?
There is nothing more frustrating than moving to another country, getting ill and being uncertain of where to start. To most Americans moving to UK, the concept of the NHS is alien. Registering with the NHS is also a big hurdle, if one is to be successful. We have many times come across expats in […]
The LGBT Community: Finding A Private Medical Clinic Responsive To Your Needs
Over the years, we often consulted patients who have come to see us with various health problems who did not feel at ease disclosing their sexual orientation. We do not ask patients to fill in extensive forms, detailing everything from their sex, sexuality, religious beliefs and many more. We rely on good open medical practice […]
The Importance of Sleep
Sleep attracts considerable public attention because it is relevant to everyone; we all need sleep. The majority of people know how great it feels to have a good night sleep: feeling refreshed and rested, ready to embrace the day.The consequences of insufficient sleep are also known practically to everyone as we all have occasional experiences […]
The Comeback of Syphilis
Public Heath England estimates that there is an over 70% increase in syphilis cases over the past 3 years. ‘Condom-less’ sex, the use of pre-exposure prophylaxis medication (PreP), multiple sexual partners, decreased awareness, and the wrong assumption that the disease is a thing of the past have all contributed to such a rise. (PreP is […]
