Introduction Our NHS-Funded Pharmacy First Service What is Pharmacy First? Pharmacy First is an NHS‐funded service designed to provide quick and accessible care for minor but common health conditions. It allows patients to receive advice and treatment directly from a pharmacist without needing to wait for a GP appointment. Our trained pharmacists can carry out […]
Hay Fever Sorted: Eye Drops Explained (Relief Where You Need It Most) During the hay fever season, irritating and itchy eyes are common symptoms which can interfere with your ability to enjoy daily activities. Eye drops are a direct and effective way to relieve these annoying symptoms. They often help combat the underlying cause of […]
Masculinity and Men’s Health: Why Are Men Embarrassed to Visit the Doctor? Despite growing awareness around physical and mental wellbeing, around a quarter of men still avoid going to the GP or accessing health care. Even when they know something’s wrong. The reasons are complex, but a recurring theme is one that’s deeply rooted in […]
GLP-1 Side Effects and How to Manage Them In recent years, GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as Wegovy and Mounjaro, have gained significant attention as an effective aid for weight loss and weight management. Medications such as semaglutide, liraglutide, and tirzepatide work by mimicking the natural GLP-1 hormone, which helps regulate blood sugar and control appetite. […]
Hay Fever Sorted: Start with Tablets (Here’s How to Use Them Right) Antihistamines are an effective first line defense against allergy and hay fever symptoms, providing relief before they take a toll on your day. Ideally, they should be taken at least 30 minutes before heading outdoors to help combat allergens like pollen. These tablets […]
Does Dirty Hair Grow Faster? One of the most persistent myths floating around hair care on social media is that dirty hair grows faster. But before you’re tempted to skip your next wash or two in hopes of speeding up hair growth, let’s explore whether there’s any truth to this claim, and what you can […]
Does Mounjaro Cause Hair Loss? Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a medication that’s become increasingly popular for weight loss and weight management. Working by mimicking two hormones (GLP-1 and GIP) that help regulate blood sugar levels, slow digestion, and reduce appetite. Many people have seen impressive results with Mounjaro, but as the number on the scales drops, […]
Sleep and Testosterone: The Important Link Between the Two We’ve always been told that sleep is important, but what do we really know about its link to our hormones? And specifically, the hormone testosterone? Testosterone plays a huge part in men’s health, and it’s important to understand how sleep and testosterone production are connected to […]
Nevolat: A Convenient Daily Injection for Weight Loss Tracking weekly injection days can sometimes be a challenge. Why not try Nevolat; the new daily weight loss injection? Nevolat, containing liraglutide, is the latest weight loss injection to hit the market. Working similarly to other weight loss injections, the Nevolat pen mimics the naturally occurring GLP-1 […]
Hay Fever When It Rains: Why Wet Weather Doesn’t Always Mean Relief Hay Fever season is here, and for many sufferers rain can feel like a temporary (or in Britain, frequent) relief from sneezing fits and itchy eyes. However, the relationship between hay fever and rain is a little more complicated than it appears. While […]
