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  • Accessing ADHD Care: Private vs NHS Options Explained

    It is a known fact that waiting times for ADHD assessments in the UK vary greatly. According to ADHD UK’s 2023 report, children may wait 5 weeks to 5 years. Adults may wait 12 weeks to over 10 years. With waits this long, many people turn to private assessments. These typically cost several hundred pounds,…

  • Non-Hormonal Contraceptive Methods Explained

    Let’s talk about contraception: an essential part of reproductive health that can often feel overwhelming when there are lots of options available. How are you supposed to know what’s best for you? While many contraceptive methods rely on hormones, there are times when avoiding them is preferred or necessary. Whether you’ve experienced side effects, have…

  • Redefining “Women”: What The UK Supreme Court Ruling Could Mean For The NHS

    Today marks IDAHOTB — the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. It’s a day to stand in solidarity with LGBTQ+ communities, to confront stigma, and to advocate for more inclusive societies. In light of this, we’re examining a recent UK Supreme Court ruling that has sparked widespread debate: a decision which reaffirms that, under the…

  • Menopause: More Than A ‘Life Stage’

    The menopause – we’ve all heard of it, and it’s an inevitability for all women at some stage in their life. When we think of the menopause, what do we think of? Chances are the first thoughts that pop into our head aren’t entirely positive ones – think brain fog, mood swings, and more. But,…

  • A Doctor’s Guide To Spotting Pseudoscience: The Top 10 Health Information Red Flags To Watch For

    Top 10 red flags to spot pseudoscience in health claims.

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    The UK Doctor Bottleneck: Why Training Posts Are The Real Crisis

    Thousands of qualified UK doctors are unable to access NHS training posts. Explore the real reason behind the UK’s doctor shortage and the NHS training bottleneck in today’s post.

  • The Connection Prescription: The Science Behind Loneliness

    Last week, I came across an article in The Guardian about the link between loneliness and health. This article discusses a fascinating new study published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, which found that social isolation and loneliness correlate with higher levels of specific proteins in the blood. These proteins are involved in inflammation and…

  • Chronic Pain and The Gender Gap: A Call for Change

    Chronic pain is a complex condition that affects around 20% of adults worldwide, making it one of the leading causes of disability. Defined by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines as an “unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with, or resembling that associated with, actual or potential tissue damage”, chronic pain…

  • The IVF Postcode Lottery: What is IVF, and Why Does Access Vary in The UK?

    In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) has given hope to millions of people around the world who dream of starting a family, with over 10 million children having been born worldwide through IVF since 1978. Yet, funding for accessing this life-changing treatment in the UK often depends on where you live – a phenomenon referred to as…

  • Ozempic: The Weight Loss “Wonder Drug” That Has Taken The World By Storm

    What Is Ozempic, and Why Is Everyone Talking About It? Ozempic, a brand name for the drug semaglutide, has recently catapulted into the spotlight. Often dubbed the “skinny jab“, it’s garnered the attention of celebrities, influencers, and the general public alike. Weight-loss treatments have always captured public interest, from thyroid extract in the 1890s, to…

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