Dec 16, 2016
The hours Dr Monah Mansoori spent on-call in hospital wards during her early medical training have clearly stood her in good stead. Outside of her role here at Courtfield Private Practice, Monah works as a Media Doctor, providing live commentary on health stories for...
Dec 16, 2016
For the first time in the UK, a vaccine for the prevention of shingles, Zostavax, is available on private prescription for adults aged 50 and over. Shingles, caused by the Herpes Zoster virus, is characterised by a blistering rash. Mild in most people, some have pain...
Dec 16, 2016
Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cancer in women. It is often detected at an advanced stage, which generally results in a poor prognosis and survival rate. Early detection is the key to improved survival among women There is no one screening test considered...
Dec 16, 2016
Low levels of vitamin D appear to increase the risk of conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, according to a major study by the University of Exeter. The new study – the largest of its kind – found that a severe lack of vitamin D among the over 65s...
