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Should I be concerned about nipple discharge?
Nipple discharge refers to fluid that leaks out of the nipple when you are not breastfeeding.
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Understanding thyroid cancer: risk factors, symptoms, treatment and outcomes
Thyroid cancer accounts for around 1% of all cancer cases in the UK, with approximately 3,900 people diagnosed each year.
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Six tips for a healthy heart
One of the leading causes of death in adults in the UK is coronary heart disease. However, this condition is preventable.
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What you need to know about lupus
Lupus is a long-term (chronic) autoimmune condition, which means your body mistakenly attacks your healthy cells.
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Hay fever: what is it and how is it treated?
Hay fever affects around one quarter of all UK adults, making it one of the most common immune conditions,
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Sore throat, strep throat or tonsillitis: what’s the difference?
When you have a sore throat, the lining of the inside of your throat is inflamed or swollen.
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Hip replacement surgery: Beverly's story
Keen horse rider, Beverley, talks about how hip replacement surgery with Spire Healthcare helped her get back to doing the things she loves.
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Why is my vision blurred?
Fleeting blurred vision is a common experience and can happen when we first wake up.
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How to cope with loneliness and when to get help
Around three million people in the UK feel lonely often or always, according to the Office of National Statistics.
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How stress affects your body and what you can do about it
Stress is a state of emotional tension and is your body’s response to situations that put you under pressure.
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Why am I always tired? Five possible causes of fatigue
Feeling tired is fairly common and can be caused by lots of different things, such as working too much or staying up too late.
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What to expect when recovering from adult circumcision surgery
Adult circumcision refers to surgical removal of the foreskin, that is, the roll of skin covering the head (glans) of the penis
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Trigger finger: what is it and how is it treated?
Trigger finger occurs when the tendon that runs along your palm and into your finger becomes trapped.
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The top five exercises for over 50s
Keeping active and exercising regularly can help you stay independent and energetic as you get older.
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How to get the most out of cycling: preparation and recovery
Regular cycling is a low-impact way to exercise your whole body, especially if you struggle with weight-bearing exercise.
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Five tips to live a healthier and happier life
Small and simple changes to your lifestyle can not only make you healthier, they can also make you happier.
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How to boost your iron levels to treat iron deficiency anaemia
Iron is essential for almost every aspect of your health. This is because it is a critical part of your blood, which contains haemoglobin.
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Six reasons why you may be coughing so much
Coughing is a natural reflex and defense against dust and bacteria.
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How menopause affects your mental health and wellbeing
Menopause is a natural transition in a woman’s life when the ovaries stop working completely.
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What you need to know about shingles
Shingles is a painful rash caused by infection with the varicella zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox.
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The best foods to help improve your digestive system
The digestive system breaks down the food you eat, allowing your body to absorb the energy and nutrients it contains.
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Bowel cancer: signs and symptoms
Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK. However, over half of cases are diagnosed at a late stage.
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Eight tips to help manage and reduce stress
Everyone experiences stress at some point for many different reasons.
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Seven common causes of constipation
Constipation is a common bowel condition, with around one in seven adults in the UK experiencing constipation at any given time.
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