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Minoxidil and finasteride are the two go-to treatments for male pattern hair loss in the UK, but they work in very different ways. Here's how they compare on effectiveness, side effects, and whether using them together could get you further.

Starting hair loss treatment can feel like a leap of faith, especially when nothing seems to change in the first few weeks. Here's what's actually happening during that period, and the five things worth knowing before you begin.

Half-term is almost here, and whether you're heading to Spain or somewhere further afield, your health kit deserves as much attention as your suitcase. These are the seven things our pharmacists say are worth having before you travel.

The word "peptides" is everywhere right now. But what are they and how do they relate to weight loss? This guide explains what you need to know.

If you're getting frequent genital herpes outbreaks, suppressive therapy might be a good option for you. This guide explains how it works, who it's most suitable for, and what to expect from long-term daily antiviral treatment.

These four practical tips will help you get the most from antiviral treatment and recover as quickly as possible.

The difference between ED medication working well and not working at all often comes down to timing. Clinical trials have produced precise onset data for each drug, and this article breaks down what those studies found.

Malarone, doxycycline, mefloquine - the anti-malaria tablets available in the UK all work differently, and the right one depends on where you're heading. Here's how the main options compare, so you know what to expect before you book a consultation.

The Wegovy pill brings a needle-free, once-daily version of semaglutide to weight management. If you are already on a weight loss injection, here is how switching to the tablets actually works, and how to do it safely.

Your nutritional needs change as you get older. The supplements you were taking might not be the ones you need now. Here's five worth considering once you are over 40, whether you are a man or a woman, plus how to get more of each from your food.