Simple, accurate health tests for the home and the workplace.
Toothache – those two words alone can send shivers down your spine. Whether it’s a sharp, stabbing pain or a persistent, throbbing ache, a toothache can disrupt your daily life and leave you searching for relief. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive into the causes, symptoms, and effective pain relief options for toothaches. From over-the-counter […]
Are you concerned about your eye health? Perhaps you’re looking for a way to relieve inflammation or manage dry eyes? The solution you’re looking for is tea tree oil! In this blog, we will immerse ourselves in the captivating tale of tea tree oil, discovering its origins, extraction process, and the fascinating chemistry behind its […]
Struggling with putting a cotton bud up your nose and in your throat for the covid test? The new child friendly saliva covid test doesn’t require a swab making it much easier to use. This is how it works… As restrictions lift and people look forward to moving closer to normality, caution is still being urged […]
Be ‘tick aware’ if you’re camping this year There’s no doubt that camping offers a wonderful experience and a chance to be closer to nature but before you pack up your tent and sleeping bag, make sure you’re prepared for ticks to avoid Lyme disease. With continued caution about overseas travel, it’s no surprise that […]
With 125 million sufferers worldwide, we look at the best ways to ease and treat psoriasis at home. What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a non-contagious autoimmune skin condition that results in patches of red, scaly and flaky skin that can be itchy and sore. It can appear anywhere on the body, but most commonly […]
September marks vascular disease awareness month. Why should you be aware of it? Because vascular disease is as common as cancer and heart disease, and responsible for 40% of deaths in the UK every year! Many of those deaths are preventable, however. Here’s what you need to know to reduce your risk. What is […]
Ever wondered what the secret is to staying young? Well, according to health studies on US nurses and veterans, a change of perspective might be just what you need. The research seemed to determine that those with a more optimistic outlook on life increased their overall life expectancy by 11-15%. These participants were likelier to […]
What is Oral Mucositis? Oral mucositis is the inflammation of the mouth or your gut causing it to be sore and inflamed. What causes Oral Mucositis? Mucositis is usually a side effect to cancer therapy, it develops when cancer treatment which is killing cancer cells also kills the healthy cells, leading to sores and infection. […]
Twenty eight million people in the UK suffer from chronic pain but there are lots of ways you can get help. This page looks at how to get help for your pain. Talk your Local Pharmacist. “Community pharmacists are well placed to offer patients a service to help manage their pain.” 28 million adults in […]
A pollen calendar can be used to track your hay fever symptoms in order to determine which plants, trees or grasses you maybe allergic to. This can help to ensure that you are taking anti-histamines at the right time of the year. How to Use Each week of the spring and summer months has a […]
Using a pain dairy can help you and your doctor/healthcare professional to understand your pain and what effects it. It can also help you to discuss your symptoms with healthcare professions and family members. This can, in turn help you manage your pain and to aid the finding of the most effective treatments. How to […]
Conjunctivitis is a common eye condition that affects the thin, transparent lining of tissue called the conjunctiva, the conjunctiva lines the inner surface of the eyelid and covers the white of the eye. Conjunctivitis infection is often referred to as red eye. What are the symptoms of Conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis can be in one or both […]
