HOW DO YOU STOP SMOKING? Recognising the dangers of smoking is the first step to quitting for good. There are several ways to go about kicking the habit, from behavioural therapy to nicotine replacement products. There is no single way for everyone to quit smoking. But it is important to note that, statistically, only between […]

Athlete's foot is a common fungal infection that affects the feet. You can usually treat it with creams, sprays or powders from a pharmacy, but it can keep coming back. Check if you have athlete's foot Symptoms of athlete's foot include: Itchy white patches between your toes. Red, sore and flaky patches on your feet. […]

A dry mouth is rarely a sign of anything serious. There are things you can do to help ease it yourself. See a GP if these don't work or you also have other symptoms. Causes of a dry mouth The main causes of a dry mouth are: dehydration – for example, from not drinking enough, sweating […]

Most people have indigestion at some point. Usually, it's not a sign of anything more serious and you can treat it yourself. How to tell if you have indigestion (dyspepsia) You can have the following symptoms after eating or drinking: heartburn – a painful burning feeling in the chest, often after eating feeling full and […]

Sunburn is red, hot and sore skin caused by too much sun. It may flake and peel after a few days. You can treat it yourself. It usually gets better within 7 days. How to ease sunburn yourself Do get out of the sun as soon as possible cool your skin with a cool shower, […]

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common cause of unusual vaginal discharge. BV is not a sexually transmitted infection (STI), but it can increase your risk of getting an STI such as chlamydia. Check if you have bacterial vaginosis The most common symptom of bacterial vaginosis is unusual vaginal discharge that has a strong fishy smell, […]

Atopic eczema (atopic dermatitis) is the most common form of eczema, a condition that causes the skin to become itchy, dry and cracked. Atopic eczema is more common in children, often developing before their first birthday. But it may also develop for the first time in adults. It's usually a long-term (chronic) condition, although it can […]

Infertility is when a couple cannot get pregnant (conceive) despite having regular unprotected sex. Around 1 in 7 couples may have difficulty conceiving. About 84% of couples will conceive naturally within a year if they have regular unprotected sex (every 2 or 3 days). For couples who have been trying to conceive for more than […]

FACIAL HAIR REMOVAL Advice, support and treatment for women living with facial hair DID YOU KNOW? Female facial hair is extremely common. In fact, around 5-15% of women are currently living with some degree of excess hair. For many women, obvious or excess facial hair can be a source of both distress and embarrassment. While […]

Bedwetting is common and often runs in families. It can be upsetting, but most children and young people will grow out of it. See a GP or school nurse for advice. Things you can do at home to help with bedwetting Do give your child enough water to drink during the day make sure your […]