As we enter another week of lockdown, many of us are increasingly aware of maintaining our healthy eating habits. For some of us, the first couple of weeks felt like timeless days between Christmas and New Years Eve. And for some us, we also ate like it was, with frequent fridge grazing, snacking, and stockpiling […]

Does my food affect my mental wellbeing? Yes! Most of us are aware of how what we eat affects our physical health. However, research has highlighted that the food we consume can also affect our mental health and wellbeing. At present, there are no single foods or nutrients that can prevent the development of specific […]

So, it’s week 7 of the UK lockdown and many of us are now in some semblance of a routine. However, whether you’re a keyworker or a home-worker, we all feel that our routines have changed dramatically. One impact of the coronavirus pandemic has been on the disruption to our sleep. According to the latest […]

Hay fever vs Coronavirus It seems ironic that the moment the sun comes out is when we’re currently all staying home to flatten the curve.  If you’re not a key worker, staying home is a vital action we all must take to reduce the spread of coronavirus and help reduce the strain on the NHS. […]

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has meant many of us suddenly become remote workers overnight. This overhaul in our daily routine has been unusual at a minimum. For many families, the uncertainty and additional pressure of having to provide childcare and maintain and a full-time job has been incredibly challenging. To combat the effects of increased stress, it’s […]

From door handles and escalator handrails to notes and coins, our hands touch so many different things throughout the day, with countless opportunities for germs to climb aboard. That’s why hand washing is one of the simplest, and yet most effective ways of preventing the spread of infections. But do you know how to wash your hands properly?

NEW: Private Coronavirus Testing now available. Book a video appointment if you need advice. WHAT IS THE CORONAVIRUS? A coronavirus is a type of virus. As a group, coronaviruses are common across the world. Typical symptoms of coronavirus include fever and a cough. This may progress to severe pneumonia causing shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. […]

You may have noticed the sniffling and snuffling in the office, and you may be wondering whether if it’s the latest office cold making the rounds or whether it’s hay fever. A common myth is that you only get colds in the winter, yet different cold viruses circulate all year. However, with tree pollen in […]

Are you struggling to get through the day whilst everyone else seems full of energy you don’t possess? If this sounds familiar, read on…   Feeling tired is a complaint that’s often overlooked or brushed off. But, at London Doctors Clinic we know that a feeling of constant fatigue can really affect your day-to-day life. Tiredness […]