What is a mental health treatment plan? A mental health treatment plan is a plan created together with your GP, to support you if you are suffering with mental illness. It will help you to access and coordinate your treatment, as well as providing information on additional supports and services, and the steps to take [...]
Patient information Leaflet- fasting glucose and lipid studies (cholesterol) Fasting blood sugar and cholesterol levels are often requested by a doctor, as part of an overall cardiovascular disease risk check up, which would usually include a blood pressure check and other measurements. This is particularly the case for people who have a strong family history [...]
Blood tests for vegans/plant-based diet Introduction Plant-based diets have been linked to multiple potential health benefits, such as a lower risk of weight gain, heart disease, and reduced risk of some types of cancer. However, some essential vitamins & minerals are difficult (or even impossible!) to ingest in adequate amounts if you are following a [...]
Acute Sinusitis Patient Information What is Acute Sinusitis? Your sinuses are hollow spaces within the facial bones. Sinusitis is when these spaces become inflamed. Acute sinusitis is a common issue following a common cold or influenza. Often, it occurs when a person has already had a head cold/flu for 5 or 6 days, when the [...]
Sore Throat Patient Information Leaflet What is a sore throat? Sore throat, also known as pharyngitis, is a very common health issue. It is usually caused by an infection in the throat. While soreness or a scratchy throat may be the only symptom, some people also experience: A fever (high temperature) Hoarse voice Tiredness /fatigue [...]
Quit smoking- Patient Information Smoking is very addictive- quitting is often hard, but is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your long term health and well-being. It is very common to have a few unsuccessful attempts, so it is important to keep trying. A good plan and the right support makes [...]
UTI patient information leaflet What is a UTI? UTI stands for Urinary Tract Infection (also referred to as a bladder infection or cystitis). UTIs are common, particularly in women. Up to 50% of women will experience 1 or more UTI in their life. UTIs are much less common in men. Most UTIs are caused by [...]
STI testing - patient information What is an STI? "STI" stands for Sexually Transmissible Infection. An STI can be passed from person to person during sexual activity. Sexual activity includes: Touching or rubbing genitals Oral sex Kissing Intercourse Using sex toys Common STIs include Chlamydia Gonorrhoea Mycoplasma Genitalium Syphilis Hepatitis B+C HIV Genital herpes/cold sores [...]
Malaria Patient Information Leaflet What is Malaria? Malaria is a potentially life-threatening infection caused by a parasite which is transmitted to humans by mosquito bites. What causes Malaria? The Malaria parasite (Plasmodium) is carried by the Anopheles mosquito When the mosquito bites a human, the parasite passes from the mosquito’s mouth-parts into the person’s [...]
Jet Lag Patient Information LeafletWhat is jet lag?Jet lag refers to symptoms arising from crossing several time zones, particularly following rapid travel.What causes jet lag?The circadian rhythm is the normal cycle of being awake during the day and sleeping at night and generally dictated by the cycle of daylight and darkness. When we travel, the [...]
