Hair Loss: Which Blood Tests Can Help Identify the Cause?

Common causes of hair thinning and shedding, the blood markers that may help identify contributing factors, and how our Hair Health Checks for Men and Women can support your investigation. Contents Is hair loss normal? What can cause hair loss? When could a blood test help? Why investigate hair loss with a blood test? Iron […]
What Can a Private Blood Test Detect?

How private blood testing can help assess nutritional status, hormone health, organ function, blood health and common causes of unexplained symptoms. Contents Why have a private blood test? What can a blood test detect? Vitamin and nutritional deficiencies Hormone health Thyroid function Iron levels and anaemia Liver and kidney function Cholesterol and cardiovascular health General […]
Brain Fog and Low Energy: Could a Blood Test Provide Answers?

How a focused blood test may help investigate persistent brain fog, tiredness, low energy and poor concentration. Contents What is brain fog? Why am I always tired? When could a blood test help? What does our Tiredness & Fatigue Blood Test assess? Iron status and fatigue Vitamin D and low energy Thyroid function and brain […]
How to Prevent Impetigo from Spreading

How impetigo spreads, practical steps you can take to prevent transmission, and when treatment may be needed. Contents Why does impetigo spread so easily? How is impetigo passed between people? Can impetigo spread to other parts of the body? Preventing spread at home Preventing spread in children Preventing spread at work or school Should you […]
Everything You Need to Know About Impetigo

What impetigo is, what causes it, how it spreads, and what treatment options may be available through NHS Pharmacy First. Contents What is impetigo? What causes impetigo? What does impetigo look like? Who can get impetigo? How does impetigo spread? Is impetigo serious? Can impetigo go away on its own? Treatment options for impetigo How […]