CaRi-heart technology
Revolutionary new technology to assess the risk of a serious heart condition or heart attack – many years before anything happens.
Cancer care
Am I more at risk of cervical cancer if I get HPV?
We spoke to Miss Adeola Olaitan, Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist at The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, to get answers about what HPV is and how it relates to cervical cancer, and to get her insights into cervical screening.
Moving forward after breast cancer
Being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing experience – suddenly there are hospital appointments, treatment recommendations and decisions that need to be made, often in a short space of time. Hospital quickly becomes your second home, your clinical team become a second family and getting through treatment becomes a focal point for you and your loved ones. But what happens when treatment ends and life is supposed to go back to ‘normal’?
Cardiac
How does sugar affect our heart health?
Dr Oliver Guttmann, Consultant Cardiologist at The Wellington Hospital, shares his expert view on how sugar can impact our heart health.
How do I know if I have an inherited heart problem?
Professor Gerry Carr-White, Consultant Cardiologist and Vice President of Cardiomyopathy UK talks through the most Googled questions about inherited cardiac conditions.
When should I see a cardiac specialist?
We spoke to Dr Anthony Chow, Consultant Cardiologist, about the common cardiac symptoms to look out for, when to seek specialist support and the sorts of tests and scans that are part of a diagnosis.
Orthopaedic care
Why misdiagnoses of sacroiliac joint pain occur
Mr Andraay Leung, Consultant Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon at The Harborne Hospital in Birmingham, explores the reasons as to why getting the right referral in the first place is key to resolving any pain.
Women's health
Q&A with Dr Sujata Gupta on endometriosis
A consultant gynaecologist at The Wilmslow Hospital, Dr Sujata Gupta is an experienced consultant gynaecologist with over 15 years’ experience specialising in menstrual problems, endometriosis and cervical smear abnormalities.
8 tips on managing endometriosis symptoms at home
Dr Robyn Cohen, Women’s Health GP at HCA Healthcare UK, provides eight top tips for those who might need help managing endometriosis symptoms from home.
Men's health
Understanding Aquablation Therapy for Enlarged Prostate
We spoke to Mr Syed Ali Shahzad, Consultant Urologist, to find out more about this innovative procedure.
Understanding erectile dysfunction
If you’re experiencing male sexual problems such as premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction, then you are not alone. It's estimated 1 in 10 men has a problem related to having sex.These are common problems known as sexual dysfunction - which includes any physical or mental problem that prevents you or your partner from receiving sexual satisfaction. It's more common in older men, but it can affect men of all ages.
Neurosciences
Your questions on Alzheimer’s disease answered
Consultant Neurologist and Alzheimer’s disease expert Dr Johnathan Chan answers some of the most frequently asked questions about Alzheimer’s disease.