Remote appointments: how do they work and are they right for you?

Remote doctors appointments now make up a whopping 70% of GP care, according to the Royal College of GPs. But is a remote appointment right for you? Do I have to have a remote appointment with Dorset Private GP? Absolutely not. For some, remote appointments can be...

Why cervical screenings cannot stop for Covid-19

Coronavirus may have put a lot of things on pause, but here at Dorset Private GP, we’re making sure that your cervical screening is not one of them. Cervical screenings (also known as smear tests) are extremely effective at stopping cervical cancer, preventing 7 in 10...

Simple tips for a healthier 2021

It’s that time again. The pressure has stacked up. What will it be this year? A marathon? Or maybe a vow to never touch chocolate again? January brings with it a fresh start. But it also packs on the pressure for the ultimate health and wellbeing New Year’s...

10 healthy Christmas gift ideas

Looking for gift ideas that’ll keep giving throughout 2021? Whether you’re struggling to think of something for a health-conscious loved one, are ready to drop a few hints to your other half, or just fancy treating yourself, we’ve got you covered with these ten simple...

How to stay healthy while staying in

How are you feeling about this second lockdown? Anxious about the health of your family and friends? Lonely? Frustrated? Bored? However you’re feeling at the moment, it’s time to take your health back to basics. Here are our top tips for keeping your mind and body...