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How to Protect Yourself from Malaria

How to Protect Yourself from Malaria

Updated: 14/06/2022

A single bite from the mosquito is all it takes for someone to become infected.

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Summer Hair Loss: Fact or Fiction?

Summer Hair Loss: Fact or Fiction?

Updated: 15/04/2021

Whilst it is normal to lose around 50-100 strands of hair a day, ‘seasonal hair loss’ is real, according to Swedish researchers.

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6 tips to manage your asthma this summer

6 tips to manage your asthma this summer

Updated: 16/06/2022

The warmer temperatures will increase the moisture in the air and create an environment where moulds and pollutants will thrive which can trigger your asthma symptoms.

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4 min read
Benefits of taking Orlistat over time

Benefits of taking Orlistat over time

Updated: 15/04/2021

There’s no quick fix to tackle obesity. Your weight loss journey will require commitment, perseverance and will take time.

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6 min read
How Tennis can make you healthier

How Tennis can make you healthier

Updated: 17/11/2020

If watching Wimbledon has got you ready for a game of tennis – use that motivation, pick up a racquet and start playing this summer.

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5 min read
Coping With Summer Migraine Triggers

Coping With Summer Migraine Triggers

Updated: 13/06/2022

Summer brings in a range of triggers including warmer weather and drops in atmospheric pressure; stay prepared for seasonal migraines by knowing what triggers to look out for and how to reduce their impact.

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Everything you need to know about cold sores

Everything you need to know about cold sores

Updated: 15/04/2021

Anyone who has had a cold sore will agree that they are not pleasant. Not only are they visually unappealing, but the stigma surrounding cold sores can affect you from your dating to your professional life.

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6 min read
How To Manage Hay Fever Symptoms Whilst Outdoors

How To Manage Hay Fever Symptoms Whilst Outdoors

Updated: 17/05/2023

The arrival of hay fever season can be off-putting if you usually suffer from a cluster of symptoms, but that’s not a reason to stop spending time outdoors!

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6 min read
The Most Common ED Questions, Answered By An Expert

The Most Common ED Questions, Answered By An Expert

Updated: 28/07/2022

Our Superintendent Pharmacist is here to provide expert answers to the most commonly asked erectile dysfunction questions.

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11 min read
Tips for taking your medication correctly

Tips for taking your medication correctly

Updated: 17/11/2020

To get the most out of your medication, it is important to know the 'best practice' of how to take it.

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