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ADHD: symptoms and management
Brain and nervous system
ADHD: symptoms and management

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects the part of the brain that is involved in executive function

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ADHD in children
Children's health
ADHD in children: signs, risk factors and associated conditions

In the UK, it is thought that around 1 child in every 20 has ADHD.

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How do I get a diagnosis?
Navigating private healthcare
How do I get a diagnosis?

Getting a diagnosis at Spire Healthcare.

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Skin
Understanding vitiligo: symptoms, causes, and treatment options

Vitiligo is a skin condition that causes patches of your skin to lose their colour (pigmentation).

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Coughs, colds and flu

What's the difference between a cold and the flu?
General health
What's the difference between a cold and the flu?

A sore throat, cough and runny nose are symptoms most people recognise as having a cold or the flu.

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Ear, nose and throat
Sinus infection vs the common cold: what's the difference?

If you have a cold that isn’t getting better, it might be a sign of a sinus infection, known as sinusitis.

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Respiratory (lungs and airways)
Six reasons why you may be coughing so much

Coughing is a natural reflex and defense against dust and bacteria.

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I have my life back - Linda's story
Bones and joints
I have my life back - Linda's story

At 76 years old, Linda Goss was enjoying an active life until severe back and leg pain suddenly changed everything.

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Sexual health
Trichomoniasis: from symptoms to treatment and prevention

Trichomoniasis, or trich, is caused by infection with a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis.

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Pubic lice: what they are, how you get them and how to treat them
Sexual health
Pubic lice: what they are, how you get them and how to treat them

Pubic lice are a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the UK. 

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UTIs in women: symptoms, risk factors and treatment
Women's health
UTIs in women: symptoms, risk factors and treatment

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common bacterial infection treated by GPs.

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Men’s health
Seven ways to look after your mental health

Your mental health can have a huge impact on your overall wellbeing.

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Men’s health
When to get your prostate checked: warning signs and advice

A healthy prostate plays a vital role in male fertility, producing fluid that helps keep sperm alive.

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Mental health
Five ways counselling can help your wellbeing

Talking therapy can help improve your mental health and emotional wellbeing – as well as your physical health.

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Epilepsy explained: symptoms, causes and treatment
Brain and nervous system
Epilepsy explained: symptoms, causes and treatment

Epilepsy is a condition that causes abnormal electrical activity in the brain, which increases the likelihood of recurrent seizures.

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Bladder cancer: from symptoms and risk factors to diagnosis and treatment
Cancer
Bladder cancer: from symptoms and risk factors to diagnosis and treatment

Bladder cancer is the 11th most common cancer in the UK. 

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Cancer
Surgery and other treatments for brain tumours

Around 12,000 brain and other central nervous system (CNS) tumours are diagnosed in the UK every year.

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Foods to boost your vitamin D levels
Nutrition
Foods to boost your vitamin D levels

Vitamin D is an essential vitamin that supports different aspects of your health.

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Understanding lactose intolerance: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Stomach and bowel
Understanding lactose intolerance: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Lactose intolerance refers to an inability to digest and absorb lactose in your food and drinks.

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Nutrition
Food allergies: what are they and how are they treated?

Food allergies occur when your body’s immune system overreacts to harmless substances (allergens) you ingest.

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Skin
10 ways to manage psoriasis flare-ups

Psoriasis mainly affects the skin, but can also affect the joints.

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Ménière's disease explained: causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Ear, nose and throat
Ménière's disease explained: causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Ménière's disease affects your inner ear and, as a result, causes problems with balance, tinnitus and hearing.

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Everything you need to know about ringworm
Skin
Everything you need to know about ringworm

Ringworm is a skin infection that is caused by over 40 different fungi.

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Skin
How to tell the difference between eczema and dry skin

Eczema, also known as dermatitis, and dry skin are both common skin conditions.

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Do I need to see a urologist or a nephrologist?
General health
Do I need to see a urologist or a nephrologist?

Both urologists and nephrologists are specially trained doctors, who often work together to treat patients.

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