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Health

Can Babies Get Hayfever? Understanding Seasonal Allergies in Infants

Hayfever is a common seasonal allergy that affects many people, but can babies get hayfever too? If you've noticed your little one sneezing, rubbing their eyes, or suffering from a runny nose during spring or summer, you might be wondering whether they're reacting to pollen.
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Weight Loss

Stricter Weight-Loss Jab Regulations in the UK: What It Means for Patients & Pharmacies

At Private Medical Clinic, we fully support the decision to implement stricter weight-loss jab checks for online pharmacies. These new regulations ensure that weight-loss injections are prescribed safely and responsibly.
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Mental Health

Debunking Myths: The Truth About Mental Health

Understanding mental health is crucial, yet many myths surround it, often leading to stigma and misconceptions. This article aims to clear the air by debunking common myths and reinforcing verified facts about mental health.
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Health

Alcohol on the Body: What You Need to Know

Alcohol consumption is a common part of social gatherings and celebrations, but its effects on the body are far-reaching.
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Mental Health

Mental Health During Christmas: How to Find Balance and Support

At Private Medical Clinic, we understand that Christmas can be a challenging time for mental health, and we are here to help.
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News

Private Medical Clinic: A Christmas Message from Dr. Simon Khela

I'd like to take this opportunity to reflect on 2024 and thank all who have supported Private Medical Clinic.
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Awareness

Norovirus: Symptoms, Contagion, Recovery, and Treatment

Norovirus, often referred to as the "winter vomiting bug", is highly contagious and fast-spreading, particularly during colder months.
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Cancer

Bowel Cancer on the Rise in Younger People: What You Need to Know

Bowel cancer, often associated with older adults, is now increasingly being diagnosed in younger individuals.
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Sexual Health

Chlamydia: The Silent Infection and It's Serious Complications

Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs worldwide, yet it often flies under the radar due to its lack of noticeable symptoms.
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Health

Flu Complications: How the Vaccine Can Help

Recent reports highlight a significant rise in flu complications leading to hospitalisations, putting immense pressure on the NHS.
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News

Gynaecology NHS Waiting Lists Hit Critical Levels

Gynaecology waiting lists in the NHS have reached an unprecedented crisis point, with nearly 591,000 women in England awaiting treatment.
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Awareness

Asthma and New Discoveries in Treatment

Asthma affects approximately 5.4 million people in the UK with symptoms such as wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath.
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