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How to book your flu jab before winter
Winter is coming and with it comes an increased risk of catching flu. Flu can leave many of us feeling dreadful and bedridden for days, but for some people, the effects can be more severe or even life-threatening. Getting your flu jab is the best way to protect yourself and others - and here’s how to get yours. edit this sentence
Where to get your flu jab this year
It's that time of year again - winter will soon be upon us and that means it's time to get your flu jab. This year it's especially important to get your flu jab because it's our best defence against the winter virus spreading and putting extra pressure on the NHS while COVID-19 is still circulating.
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Cold & flu season
Every winter, there's an outbreak of cold and flu. For most of us, this means the same old symptoms: runny nose, sore throat, congestion, coughing and sneezing. However, it may be more serious when it comes to flu, especially for vulnerable people. To help you stay healthy and informed this winter, we've set up this dedicated Cold and Flu Hub, covering the latest expert advice on prevention, symptom management, and when to see a doctor.
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Advice and clinical information on a wide variety of healthcare topics
Digestive health
Stretching from your head to your bottom, the digestive system (made up of the gut, bowel and stomach) breaks down all that delicious food and drink, absorbing the useful new nutrients and energy, whilst getting rid of the waste. It's a complex system that comes with various health concerns, from simple problems like indigestion to disorders which may be lifelong, such as IBS.
Allergies are the body's response to a substance called an allergen. Allergens themselves may not be harmful. However, in some people, things that are usually harmless can provoke a reaction. changes external link
Allergies are the body's response to a substance called an allergen. Allergens themselves may not be harmful. However, in some people, things that are usually harmless can provoke a reaction. changes external link
Allergies are the body's response to a substance called an allergen. Allergens themselves may not be harmful. However, in some people, things that are usually harmless can provoke a reaction. changes external link
Digestive health
Acid reflux and oesophagitis
by Dr Pippa Vincent, MRCGP
Digestive health
Indigestion
by Dr Pippa Vincent, MRCGP
Digestive health
Common causes of diarrhoea
by Amberley Davis
Digestive health
Functional dyspepsia
by Dr Rosalyn Adleman, MRCGP
Managing conditions
From ACE inhibitors for high blood pressure, to steroids for eczema, find out what options are available, how they work and the possible side effects.
Bones, joints and muscles
The back bone's connected to the neck bone, which is connected to joints, muscles and a whole skeletal system composed of cartilages, ligaments and other tissues. Like any building, a body is only as solid as it's structural core, so read our expert information on how to prevent yours from crumbling.
Bones, joints and muscles
Best exercises for your joints
by Amberley Davis
Bones, joints and muscles
How to protect your joints as you get older
by Andrea Downey