How a GP Can Diagnose and Treat Hyperthyroidism

10 November 2021
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This article explores how a GP can diagnose and treat hyperthyroidism. Read on to find out more! What is hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is a condition that affects the body's thyroid gland and can cause an overwhelming amount of thyroxine, which is a hormone produced by the gland. The thyroid secretes thyroxine, which controls other hormones in your body, producing them at the same rate as normal. Hyperthyroidism is not usually life-threatening, but its symptoms can be severe enough to make it difficult to function normally. Read More

Two reasons why it’s vital for people to talk to their doctors about their unhealthy habits

29 March 2021
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Many people avoid mentioning their unhealthy habits (such as smoking, eating takeaways every day or drinking lots of beer) to their doctors because they don't want their GPs to judge or lecture them. Here are two reasons why this is a mistake. 1. Doctors need to know about their patients' bad habits in order to make the right medical decisions To make the right medical decisions when treating their patients, doctors need their patients to be upfront with them about their lifestyles. Read More

Accessing Day-to-Day Healthcare

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Hello, and welcome. You never know when you will get sick or unwell. If this happens, understanding how to access primary healthcare services will help you to get the treatment you need if you become sick. While we are not medical professionals, we have carried out detailed research into every aspect of primary care. Here, you will find articles about speaking to your GP, accessing consultants, and making appointments to see a nurse. We hope that this site will offer you all of the info you need to engage with primary care health services. Read on to find out more!