Monthly Archives: November 2021
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Posted: November 30, 2021Categories: Covid 19 Test...Read moreCOVID testing kits are now widely available, and the type you need will depend on what you’re trying to do. In the U.K., in order for people to return to work, they must take what is called a lateral flow test. Both tests work the same way, but one delivers results faster and is required for international travel. These are available for free through government-funded health centers. They work in approximately fifteen minutes, and record the result to a “cassette,” which is then read for the results and allows you to return to work. It’s usually used to test people who are not symptomatic for coronavirus. (People who are symptomatic generally require what is known as a PCR test). Lateral tests are available through the NHS, usually free of charge.
The rapid antigen test is required for international travel. These test work by the same method as a lateral flow test, but take slightly longer to provide results. They are not available through the NHS and must be purchased through a priva
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Posted: November 25, 2021Categories: Stop Smoking Service...Read moreQuitting smoking can be an exceedingly difficult undertaking. Many people will attempt to quit each year only to wind up smoking again. Here are some tips for resisting tobacco cravings while you’re trying to quit:
- Nicotine replacement therapy: There are over the counter nicotine patches available to help with your tobacco cravings. They also come in gums and lozenges. Prescriptions also exist, such as Chantix and Zyban, that can greatly aid in curbing tobacco cravings.
- Avoiding triggers: Many people like to smoke at specific times of the day and/or specific places, such as a lunch break at work or at parties. Trying to avoid situations where you smoked most frequently is important in avoiding relapse. While not always practical (after all, everyone has to take a lunch at some point during the day), knowing and avoiding your triggers is essential to reducing your cravings and avoiding a relapse.
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Posted: November 25, 2021Do you have an itchy, patchy bit of skin? Do you have a nail that is looking a bit funny and discoloured? You may have a fungal skin infection or a fungal toe infection. Fungal infections are sometimes very difficult to spot.
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Posted: November 18, 2021Categories: Flu vaccinationThe flu is a serious illness. Whilst some folks confuse the common cold with the flu, the flu is much more severe and even life-threatening, particularly for young children and the elderly. Whilst everyone is advised to get a flu shot every year, the need is especially high among children and older generations. Flu-related complications occur most frequently in those under 5 and in the elderly, and getting a shot helps reduce community transmission rates of the flu and generally keeps everyone safe. Being vaccinated against the flu significantly reduces your chance of illness or death.
Is the flu vaccine safe?
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Flu vaccines are safe and effective. Countless studies have demonstrated the effectiveness and safety of flu vaccines. While there are some mild side effects in some people (such as soreness, fever, headache, and nausea), most people will not experience any side effects. -
Posted: November 11, 2021Categories: Sexual Health...Read moreIntimacy is timeless. Contrary to popular views on sexuality, older folks can and do engage in sex regularly. Seniors can enjoy a healthy and satisfying sexual life as much as younger people can. Here are a few tips for maintaining a healthy and active sex life as you age.
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There are a few common problems that the elderly face that can affect their sex lives. Physical changes, in particular, can interfere with healthy sex life. Some people begin to experience pain as they age. Common pain medicines can help, but they sometimes interfere with sexual health. Discuss this with your doctor. Exercise will help with your general physical health and can make sex more enjoyable. Other lifestyle changes, such as cutting back on smoking and alcohol consumption, can improve your sexual experiences. A notable problem for older folks is STIs, sexually transmitted illnesses. The elderly tend to underestimate their risks for STIs, and thus the transmission and infection -
Posted: November 11, 2021Categories: Hair CareWhether you are a man or a woman, excessive hair loss can be an issue that causes embarrassment, insecurity, or even distress.
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Posted: November 04, 2021Categories: weight management serviceManaging your weight after age 50 is a struggle for many people, and for a variety of reasons. First of all, your metabolism drops noticeably after age 50, and makes it harder to keep weight off even if your lifestyle doesn’t change much. Normally hormonal changes also occur after 50, compounding the problem. Here are a few tips for weight loss after age 50.
- Don’t eat out as much: As difficult (and sometimes impractical) as it can be, avoiding fast food is a key component to losing and keeping weight off. Meal-planning is important. Make a list of items you’ll need for the week, and stick to it.
- Exercise more: Getting out and being active is also a key component to weight loss after 50. Strength training in particular can help you lose weight. Try and get a partner to go with you when exercising, as it makes it more enjoyable, and having someo
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Posted: November 04, 2021Categories: joint Pain TreatmentJoint pain is something many people suffer from. In the UK alone, over 8 million people suffer from joint pain due to osteoarthritis alone. Joint pain can affect how you sleep, it can affect your mental health and it can affect the people around you as well.
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