Alternatives to A&E this winter
Winter brings more coughs, colds, flu and tummy bugs and those with long-term health conditions and the over 65s are particularly vulnerable to illness when the lower temperatures kick in.
If you do feel unwell, seek immediate advice and help...
Major research project aims to improve treatment for individuals with polycystic ovary syndrome
A major £2.4 million research project is underway at the University of Birmingham aimed at improving treatment for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
PCOS affects at least ten percent of all women and causes irregular periods and difficulties trying...
Breakthrough the Ice
The social media craze of 2014, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, has managed to raise vital funds for gene discovery in the progressive neurodegenerative disease. Scientists have discovered a new gene that contributes to the disease, NEK1.
ALS is also...
Monthly Health with Dr Phil Dyer
This month advises on organ and tissue transplantsTissue and organ donation has been in the news a lot recently. Asian people are three to four times more likely to need a kidney transplant than the rest of the UK...
Patients Turning To Private Treatment Instead of NHS
A report has revealed how a growing number of patients are paying for private treatment to beat rationing and delays for treatment imposed by the cash-strapped NHS.
The report details how many are increasingly paying up to £14,880 for operations such as...
Dr Phil Dyer talks about Miscarriages
Monthly Health with Heartlands HospitalMy wife has had three miscarriages in a row. What’s causing it?
One in four pregnancies ends in miscarriage. Although this can be a very traumatic situation to deal with at the time, the majority of...
Missing the Signs
Researchers have cautioned that teachers are missing all hints of poor mental health among pupils by handling behavioural issues with discipline and punishment.
A lack of suitable mental health training means that teachers repeatedly fail to spot psychological distress and...
‘CHECK BEFORE YOU TICK’ CAMPAIGN HIGHLIGHTS ONLINE ELIGIBILITY CHECKER FOR DENTAL TREATMENT
If you’re claiming free dental treatment – don’t assume you can claim it for free.
Not all benefits entitle you to free dental treatment, and if you claim when you’re
not entitled, you could face a penalty charge of £100 plus...
Birmingham Breast Clinic
BMI The Priory & Edgbaston Hospitals in Birmingham
Based at BMI The Priory and Edgbaston Hospitals in Birmingham, all of the consultants have substantive NHS practices and offer a comprehensive private breast service in the UK. From preliminary investigation, to...
