News and events

Whether it was caused by a winning kick in football, or just by lifting something heavy, back pain affects most people at some point in their lives. Mr James Langdon is a Consultant Spinal Surgeon at Spire Harpenden Hospital, he sees patients with back pain during every clinic. Here he explains the commonest causes of back pain and shares some top tips on how to manage acute back pain.

Tuesday 7 May bring us World Asthma Day, with the key focus to raise awareness of the symptoms as well as directing people to the correct help. We discussed frequently asked questions with Dr James Ramsay, Respiratory Consultant here at Spire Harpenden Hospital.

Here at Spire Harpenden Hospital, we are very happy to announce that we are finalists for two Inspiring Hertfordshire awards, presented by the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce.

Hay fever is the common name for allergic rhinitis which causes a runny itchy nose with sneezing and itchy, watery sore eyes. It is triggered by plant pollen in the spring and grass pollen in the summer. It can be hugely distressing and incapacitating in some individuals.

A hernia may not produce any symptoms at all, and is often found when a doctor examines a patient for other reasons. Symptoms include a swelling that typically occurs after physical activity, and pain, which again is often worse after physical exertion.

It is the UK’s second biggest cancer killer - claiming a life every 30 minutes yet bowel cancer spotted early can be successfully treated in over 90% of cases. Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr King is calling on people to recognise the symptoms so they are able to act quickly if they spot anything out of the ordinary.

We spoke to Consultant Gastroenterologist, Dr Robert Mead, about the symptoms of IBS, more worrying symptoms that we need to look out for and how he can help you.

This week is World Glaucoma Week (10-16 March). With this in mind we spoke to our highly experienced ophthalmologist, Mr Manuchehri, about glaucoma, its symptoms and treatment options.

The word cancer means much more to people in the 21st century, but are we more aware about the signs and symptoms to look out for, or just the word itself?

March is ovarian cancer awareness month, do you know what you should be looking out for? Consultant Gynaecologist Miss Neela Mukhopadhaya discusses the risks, symptoms and what to do if you’re concerned.