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Summer Hair Loss: Fact or Fiction?

Summer Hair Loss: Fact or Fiction?

Updated: 15/04/2021

Whilst it is normal to lose around 50-100 strands of hair a day, ‘seasonal hair loss’ is real, according to Swedish researchers.

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6 tips to manage your asthma this summer

6 tips to manage your asthma this summer

Updated: 15/04/2021

The warmer temperatures will increase the moisture in the air and create an environment where moulds and pollutants will thrive which can trigger your asthma symptoms.

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Benefits of taking Orlistat over time

Benefits of taking Orlistat over time

Updated: 15/04/2021

There’s no quick fix to tackle obesity. Your weight loss journey will require commitment, perseverance and will take time.

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How Tennis can make you healthier

How Tennis can make you healthier

Updated: 17/11/2020

If watching Wimbledon has got you ready for a game of tennis – use that motivation, pick up a racquet and start playing this summer.

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Summer migraines and how to deal with them

Summer migraines and how to deal with them

Updated: 15/04/2021

As we approach the summer months, the hot and humid weather is likely to cause migraines.

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Everything you need to know about cold sores

Everything you need to know about cold sores

Updated: 15/04/2021

Anyone who has had a cold sore will agree that they are not pleasant. Not only are they visually unappealing, but the stigma surrounding cold sores can affect you from your dating to your professional life.

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How to prevent premature ejaculation

How to prevent premature ejaculation

Updated: 24/01/2022

Premature ejaculation (PE) is a sexual dysfunction which occurs when a man ejaculates sooner than expected during sexual intercourse. It occurs in men who cannot naturally control their ejaculation and cannot last longer than 2 minutes during sex.

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How to cope with hay fever at Glastonbury

How to cope with hay fever at Glastonbury

Updated: 15/04/2021

You might be eagerly awaiting the arrival of Glastonbury this week, but with that comes the arrival of hay fever season...

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The 10 most popular questions about ED

The 10 most popular questions about ED

Updated: 15/04/2021

10 hand picked questions everyone should know the answers to.

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Tips for taking your medication correctly

Tips for taking your medication correctly

Updated: 17/11/2020

To get the most out of your medication, it is important to know the 'best practice' of how to take it.

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