Opinions in the UK are mixed on the use of private hospitals and many people see them as unnecessary when comprehensive healthcare is provided by the NHS for patients in need of treatment. However, in just about any system where there are consumers – and in some senses, patients are consumers of
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Know your facts about STD’s
The term sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s) encompasses more than 25 different infections, all of which can be spread or are exclusively spread via sexual activity. Over 50 per cent of all people will contract a sexually-transmitted disease during their life so the risk of coming into direct
Spain for Sports Fans
Winter is on its way and that means there’s plenty of wind, rain and snow just around the corner… so not much change from the Great British Summer really. While football fans have the new season to look forward to, the rest of us are running short on opportunities to get outside and enjoy our
Will Portable Oxygen become the Next Big Sports Supplement?
Before we can answer that question let’s begin with ‘What is Portable Oxygen?’. You may have images of small oxygen tanks on the back of a scuba diver or being in hospital with a mask or someone trying to carry a very small molecule! It’s none of those. Portable oxygen is a small can, the
What to Consider Before Undergoing Laser Eye Surgery
The eyes are one of the most important organs in the body as they help us see and understand the world around us. They’re also incredibly vulnerable to diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts, which can impair vision. The treatment of disorders like these used to be very difficult, but with advances