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 diagnoses. But despite this brilliant success rate, the uptake […]
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 resolutions. And frankly, if we’ve learnt anything […]
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 present ideas for a healthier and happier 2021.
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 healthy during lockdown.
Get clued up and checked out for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and that means – whether you’ve checked your breasts before or not – it’s time to get in touch. Cancer is a scary word, but it’ll only get scarier the less we face it. Looking breast cancer straight in the eye is what this month is all about. We’re […]
Calling All Freshers – have you had your meningitis vaccine?
Heading off to university this autumn? Even if freshers’ week isn’t shaping up quite the way you’d hoped, getting a meningitis vaccine is as important as ever. Being a student puts you at a higher risk of getting meningitis, which can cause long-term disabilities or even be deadly. The MenACWY vaccination is free to everyone […]
Cortisone Joint injections as we recover from the Coronavirus pandemic
The use of steroid injections in musculoskeletal medicine is a standard treatment, but recent events with COVID-19 has asked questions of these. Although there is no clear evidence that steroid injections can increase the likelihood of acquiring COVID-19 or increasing the severity, possible concerns have been raised regarding reduced survival benefit and possible harms. We do […]
We remain open
During this time of Coronavirus isolation Dorset Private GP remains open for your medical care but with a few changes. We are now offering 20 minute video or 10 minute telephone consultations with one of our highly qualified doctors from the comfort of your own home. We will still be seeing patients face to face […]
Antimalarials for Travel
Planning a trip away? Depending on where you’re heading, you might be at risk of malaria. And that means it’s a good idea to take antimalarial medication to protect yourself. That’s where we can help. Once you know when and where you’re going, book an appointment with us. We’ll make sure you take the right […]
The Chicken Pox Vaccine
The chickenpox vaccine is not part of the NHS childhood vaccination schedule in the UK but it is in other countries such as the USA. It is available at Dorset Private GP.
