Dr Shilpa Dave GP and staff were amazing and went above and beyond to help my daughter secure an appointment she urgently needed for study abroad. Another family…
Covid-19 and Your Health
HOW DOES COVID-19 PRESENT? Common cold – Colds come on gradually and the most common symptoms are a stuffy nose, sore throat and sneezing. They sometimes also include a cough and fatigue. Fever and headaches are rare. Seasonal Flu – Symptoms of the flu are abrupt and can include fever or feeling chills, cough, sore throat, runny…
Endometriosis Guide
What is Endometriosis? Symptoms of endometriosis: Diagnosing endometriosis: Treatment for endometriosis: The following treatments may help ease the symptoms: Diet & lifestyle changes: The following recommendations may help improve endometriosis by reducing inflammation, balancing hormones and supporting the body’s natural detoxification processes.
Stop Smoking Support
Stop Smoking Support Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for not only your own health but that of your loved ones. The good news is that there is lots of support available to help you stop, and you’re more likely to quit for good with the right support for you.…
Vitamin A Fact Sheet
What is vitamin A? Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning it’s absorbed by the body through fatty tissue and then stored in these tissues or in the liver What does vitamin A do? Vitamin A contributes to: Symptoms of vitamin A deficiency: What foods contain vitamin A? Vitamin A is found mainly in animal…
What Is Lifestyle Medicine?
What is Lifestyle Medicine? Lifestyle Medicine, sometimes referred to as Functional Medicine, is an integrated approach that treats the whole person, rather than a set of symptoms. This approach aims to understand and address the underlying causes of symptoms and ill health, and may be particularly beneficial for people for long-term, chronic illness or…
Magnesium Fact Sheet
What is Magnesium? Magnesium is an essential mineral required by every cell in the body and is involved in over 300 enzymatic processes vital for life. What does Magnesium do? Magnesium plays important roles in: Symptoms of Magnesium deficiency: What foods contain Magnesium? Are we getting enough Magnesium? Magnesium supplements: Magnesium supplementation has been researched…
Coronavirus: Advice For Patients
Coronavirus: Advice for patients and visitors coming to the private GP surgery at the New Victoria Hospital in Kingston.Updated 11th March 2020 FOR THE LATEST FULL GUIDANCE FROM PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND CLICK HERE Following guidance from Public Health England, please consider the following before coming to the private GP surgery: Please do NOT come to the surgery…
Optimising Nutrients On A Plant-Based Diet
As you may know, January is also Veganuary, which is a campaign to encourage people to try veganism for a month for health, ethical and/or environmental reasons(1). Whilst increasing the amount of vegetables and fruit we consume can only be beneficial, those following a plant-based vegetarian or vegan diet (or any diet for that…
Are some alcohols healthier than others?
Understanding the effects of alcohol on your health can be confusing – sometimes the headlines say alcohol may be good for you, such as red wine supporting heart health, whilst other sources say even a small amount may be detrimental to your health. Whilst drinking to excess will most certainly increase your risk of many…
Breast Care Advice
Common breast cancer signs and symptoms include: How to check your breasts Checking your breasts only takes a few minutes. There’s no special technique and you don’t need training to check your breasts. Regularly check the whole breast area, including your upper chest and armpits for changes. It’s as simple as TLC: Touch Look Check Why do…
Who Should Get The Flu Vaccine?
Who should get the flu vaccine? Flu can be unpleasant, but if you’re otherwise healthy, it will usually clear up on its own within a week. The flu vaccine is recommended for certain people with existing medical conditions who are more likely to develop potentially serious complications from the flu and people in other high risk groups…
Top Tips For Better Sleep
10 Top Tips for Better Sleep 1. Stick to a schedule – go to bed and wake up at the same time each day. This helps regulate our body clock which is important for quality sleep. 2. Exercise earlier in the day – no later than 2-3 hours before your bedtime. 3. Get the right sun – at…
