Our guide to cosying up with someone new this Christmas
It’s been a long hard year for a lot of us. The COVID-19 pandemic has meant we’ve all had to change the way we live, social lives included. So, with the nights drawing in and weather getting colder, the idea of snuggling up on the sofa (local lockdown allowing) might be a lot more appealing […]
Don’t let ED get in the way of some festive fun
With the festive season fast approaching, some of us will be spending lots of quality time with our loved ones. Whether you’re snuggled up on the sofa in front of a Christmas film or sipping mulled wine, Christmas is definitely a time for romance. While the idea of a romantic night with our other half […]
How often should couples have sex?
No matter what the Hollywood movies try to sell us, there’s no such thing as the perfect sex life. Even committed, happy couples can have their issues in the bedroom. Normal hurdles include body hang-ups, performance anxiety, past trauma, and fear of intimacy – but perhaps the most common concern of all is the worry that we’re simply not having enough sex. If you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others and […]
Feeling run down? How to spot a winter cold, the flu or a Christmas hangover
The cold weather can make some of us more likely to pick up bugs when we’re out and about. Plus, this time of year sees many of us enjoying a lot of overindulgence or a glass of bubbly or 2. Drinking more than you usually would can lead to restless sleep and dehydration. So, as […]
Mental health in lockdown
The UK is living through lockdowns and local-level restrictions due to COVID-19. This means we might not be able to go to work, visit loved ones, or enjoy recreational activities. In the first lockdown, this took a heavy toll on our mental health. One survey taken in April 2020 found that 24% of adults had experienced loneliness in the […]
Maintaining a routine during lockdown
Working from home during lockdown isn’t easy. You might struggle to get organised and motivated, or end up working until 10pm and forgetting to eat dinner. If you’re not currently working, e.g. because you’ve been furloughed, there’s a chance you’d feel even more adrift. The good news is, there’s a simple solution: creating a routine. Why is it important to keep a routine? Keeping a routine is a really good […]
The history of birth control
When was the pill invented? The very first pill was invented by a chemist in Mexico City called Dr Carl Djerassi in the late 1940’s. Using wild yam roots, he was able to synthesise progestogen, a steroid hormone that produces the effects of the natural female sex hormone. A progesterone pill works by thickening the […]
What do the different smear tests results mean?
A smear test or cervical screening is a test done to check the health of the cervix. All those with a cervix, aged 25-64 will be invited to a screening at least every 5 years, but in some cases it is more often. Women between 25-49 are invited at least every 3 years, and 50-64 […]
Finasteride results
While we are yet to find a cure for hair loss, there are a variety of medications that can help, Finasteride being one, used for male pattern baldness. It can be requested via a hair loss consultation with one of our clinicians. Hair loss overview Male pattern baldness is the most common form of hair […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19) new guidance and new tests
As we are all aware, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be the biggest challenge facing the UK and the world at this current moment. As we move through the pandemic, government guidance has to change regarding what we can and can’t do, all in an attempt to halt the spread of the virus. In fact, […]