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Erectile dysfunction: what causes it and treatment advice (2026)

How to treat erectile dysfunction (2026)

Updated: 24/09/2026

Struggling to get or keep an erection isn't something to be embarrassed about, and it's rarely something you just have to live with.

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8 min read
5 ways to prepare your skin for winter

5 ways to prepare your skin for winter

Updated: 23/09/2026

Winter is tough on skin. Here's how to keep dryness under control.

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5 min read
PE treatment options compared

PE treatment options compared

Updated: 23/09/2026

Premature ejaculation is common, but working out which treatment to try first isn't always obvious.

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5 min read
What to do if your ED medication isn’t working

What to do if your ED medication isn’t working

Updated: 22/09/2026

Erectile dysfunction (ED) medication may not work for everyone, but don't give up just yet.

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5 min read
Combined pill vs mini pill: what's right for you?

Combined pill vs mini pill: what's right for you?

Updated: 17/09/2026

Combined pill or mini pill? The right choice depends on more than just preference. Here's what sets them apart, and how to figure out which one fits you.

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3 min read
Can you take Viagra with food? How it affects ED medication

Can you take Viagra with food? How it affects ED medication

Updated: 14/09/2026

Ever wondered if Viagra still works after a meal? It does, but what and when you eat can change how quickly you feel the effects, and this guide breaks down exactly what to expect.

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5 min read
How to treat fungal nail infections: Curanail, Loceryl and Amorolfine

How to treat fungal nail infections with Amorolfine (Loceryl/Curanail)

Updated: 10/09/2026

Curanail, Loceryl and Amorolfine all treat fungal nail infections, but they are not simply three names for the same thing. Here is what actually separates them, and how to use a nail lacquer properly so it has the best chance of working.

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Wegovy Semaglutide Tablets Dosage: How to Take Correctly

Wegovy tablets dosage: how to take correctly

Updated: 08/09/2026

Wegovy tablets work differently from the injection, and getting the dosing routine right from day one makes a real difference. Here's everything you need to know about the titration schedule, how to take each tablet correctly, and why the fasting window isn't optional.

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6 min read
Wegovy Semaglutide Tablets vs Injection: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?

Wegovy tablets vs injection: which is better?

Updated: 08/09/2026

Wegovy semaglutide is now available in two forms - a once-weekly injection that has been used in the UK for several years, and a once-daily tablet that was approved in the US in late 2025 and received MHRA approval in the UK on 11 June 2026. If you're weighing up which option might suit you, this comparison covers what the clinical evidence actually shows.

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7 min read
Fake Retatrutide and other counterfeit GLP-1s

Risks of fake retatrutide and other counterfeit GLP-1s

Updated: 08/09/2026

Retatrutide is the newest name being exploited by criminal gangs selling fake weight loss treatments. It's not the first to be faked, but it may be the riskiest one yet. Here's what retatrutide actually is, why it hasn't been approved anywhere, and why that makes counterfeit versions even more dangerous than fake Wegovy or Mounjaro.

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