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How to be tick aware this summer
8 June 2021
With the summer season well and truly here, so are ticks. These blood-sucking creatures are no bigger than a pin yet have the potential to cause a whole range of health issues if given the chance to attach itself to your skin.
Spring cleaning: top tips for keeping your home clean
30 April 2021
If there was ever a time to have a big spring clean – now is it.
Raising awareness of glaucoma
21 April 2021
In the UK glaucoma affects 2% of people over the age of forty. It is usually caused by a build-up of pressure within the eye.
6 signs you may need cataract surgery
16 April 2021
Cataracts are a common eye condition. If left untreated, they can interfere with everyday life.
7 secret vegetables you should include in your Easter roast
30 March 2021
If you want to spice up your Easter roast this weekend, we have a few unique veggie ideas that are not only super tasty but full of goodness!
Returning to exercise after lockdown
29 March 2021
Has your fitness level decreased since the start of lockdown? We don’t blame you. With the world stuck inside and your favourite television series a button away, becoming a couch potato has been easier than ever.
Health anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic
24 March 2021
During the COVID-19 pandemic you may have felt a heightened anxiety about your health, whether it’s constantly worrying you may have COVID-19 or worrying that you have an undiscovered underlying health problem.
5 signs you need a hip replacement
16 March 2021
If those aches and pains aren’t going away, you may be asking yourself ‘do I need a hip replacement?’
Empowering yourself this International Women’s Day
5 March 2021
Read some empowering advice from a few of our female colleagues at Practice Plus Group.
How to combat interview nerves
25 February 2021
If those interview nerves tend to get the better of you, then fear not! We have a few handy tips to help you feel confident and relaxed.
If you know someone who snores, read on…
19 February 2021
The key to relieving a snore is to establish what type of snorer you are. Fortunately, there are several simple tests you can do at home.
How do I know I need a knee replacement?
18 February 2021
Looking out for the early signs that you may need a knee replacement can help you on the route to a faster recovery and enable you to get back to your active everyday life.
9 tips to having a healthy Valentine’s Day
9 February 2021
Show your partner you care by treating them to a healthy Valentine’s Day that’s full of thoughtful gifts and activities!
5 things to look forward to in 2021
15 January 2021
Apart from celebrating that 2020 is now over, there are lots of things to look forward to in 2021! Here’s our top five.
The benefits of having a furry friend
6 January 2021
Having a dog can be beneficial for your health in many different ways, from lowering your stress levels to reducing blood pressure – it’s no wonder they’re called “man’s best friend”!
Breaking tradition: having a different kind of Christmas
21 December 2020
Tradition is important to many of us. It helps us feel a sense of belonging and give us stability in a chaotic, unpredictable world.
Introducing Pocket Physio from Practice Plus Group
17 December 2020
Pocket Physio is available to download for free on the Apple App Store for iOS and the Google Play Store for Android.
How to tell your family you won’t be seeing them for Christmas this year
11 December 2020
If you’ve already tried to have the conversation and it didn’t go well, or you’ve been avoiding your family like the coronavirus just so you don’t have to break the bad news, then you’re in the right place – AND – you’re not alone.
Normalising grief and getting people talking
2 December 2020
From the 2nd- 8th December, it’s National Grief Awareness Week, which aims to break the taboo around grief, and encourage a safe space to talk about the subject.
Ilford consultant and government BAME champion urges men to protect mental health
23 November 2020
The medical director of an Ilford hospital is urging men, especially those from BAME communities, to protect their mental health as the community fights Covid-19 this winter.