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 […]
Free NHS MenB Vaccine in Kingston: Who Is Eligible and Where Can You Get Vaccinated?

Free NHS MenB vaccines for eligible students in Kingston, including young people starting university or further education during the 2026/27 academic year. Contents NHS MenB vaccine in Kingston What is the MenB vaccine? Why has the NHS introduced this new pharmacy vaccination programme? Who can get the NHS MenB vaccine? How many doses are needed? […]
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 […]
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 […]
Impetigo vs Other Common Skin Rashes

How impetigo differs from other common skin rashes, the signs that suggest impetigo, and when to seek professional advice. Contents What is impetigo? What does impetigo look like? Impetigo vs eczema Impetigo vs cold sores Impetigo vs contact dermatitis Impetigo vs insect bites Impetigo vs chickenpox Signs that suggest it could be impetigo When should […]
Insect Bite Complications Explained

The most common complications associated with insect bites, warning signs to look out for, and when to seek professional advice. Contents Are insect bite complications common? Infection: the most common complication What is cellulitis? Allergic reactions to insect bites Large local reactions explained Why scratching can cause problems When should you be concerned? How early […]