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Did you know it's #CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek?
We sat down with Dr Radhika Vohra, General Practitioner (GP) at Spire Gatwick Park Hospital, to find out why cervical screening is important, what happens at your smear test, and more 🚺➡️ spkl.io/6011AUdqL
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If you have received an abnormal cervical screening result, you may be feeling anxious or have questions.
Miss Farida Bano, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Spire London East Hospital, explains more ➡️ spkl.io/6019Ao7Hf
#CervicalScreeningAwarnessWeek
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Today is #BrewMonday, an annual campaign from the @samaritans charity to support mental health.
The campaign encourages everyone to take time to connect with family, friends, and colleagues over a 'cuppa' to support mental well-being and counter feelings of low mood.
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As well as connecting with loved ones, consider these seven other ways to look after your mental health this Brew Monday 🍵 🧘 🌳 spkl.io/6013AoxY3
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Do you want to move better in 2026 but are unsure where to begin?
Swimming is an excellent place to start ➡️ spkl.io/6016AWlve
🏊🏽♀️ It's low impact
🏊 It can help strengthen your joints in a safe low-risk way
🏊🏿♂️ It can help relieve pain by gently stretching out your muscles
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Hitting the slopes this winter? ❄️ 🏔️
Get expert advice on what exercises to do to get your body ski-season ready ⛷️ 🎿 🏂
Read more ➡️ spkl.io/6016AmhOm
#Skiing #SkiSeason
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When it comes to improving your health, you don’t need to spend hours in the gym 👟
Walking is one of the easiest ways to get your recommended 30 minutes of daily exercise, 👣 ❄️
Find out more ➡️ spkl.io/6014AmuWQ
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Today marks the start of Grief Awareness Week. 🤍
Sadly almost everyone will experience grief at some point in their life.
Understanding what to expect when grieving can help you better cope with your loss ➡️ spkl.io/6017A5hLh
A sore throat, cough and runny nose are symptoms most people recognise as having a cold or the flu. 🤧
However, telling whether you have one or the other is often more challenging. 🔎
Find out more ➡️ spkl.io/6015A50jU
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Eczema, also called dermatitis, refers to a group of dry skin conditions.
It is not contagious but is very common, affecting over one in five children and one in 10 adults in the UK.
Here's everything you need to know this National Eczema Week ➡️ spkl.io/6014A5D2E
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Eczema, also known as dermatitis, and dry skin are both common skin conditions, but how do you tell the difference between the two? 🤔
Dr Javed Mohungoo, Dermatologist at Spire Hull and East Riding Hospital, explains 🩺 ➡️ spkl.io/6018A5D0n
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This #DiabetesAwarenessMonth, explore what type 1 diabetes is, how it differs from type 2 diabetes, common symptoms and complications, and how it is treated and managed.
Read more ➡️ spkl.io/6012A5DIo
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When it comes to improving your health, you don’t need to spend hours in the gym 👟
Walking is one of the easiest ways to get your recommended 30 minutes of daily exercise, 👣 ❄️
Find out more ➡️ spkl.io/6018AecQ2
Regular exercise has proven health benefits for everyone, whatever your age or ability. 🚶 👣
So how exactly can exercise benefit your body? ❤️
Find out more and get that extra motivation this winter ➡️ spkl.io/6018AepnM
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Cycling offers a great way to exercise and lose weight, which will help look after your joints rather than causing any damage 🚴
Even in winter, you can use an exercise bike at your local gym.
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We spoke to Consultant Knee Surgeon at Spire Manchester Hospital, Mr. Andrew Lavender to find out more. 🔎spkl.io/6014Aepru
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Did you know testicular cancer is the most common cancer in males between the ages of 15 and 44? 🚹
🔎 Make sure you and your loved ones are well-informed this Men's Health Month, and discover these eight things you should know about testicular cancer ➡️ spkl.io/6010AdLqy
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Testicular lumps: what you need to know ✅
A lump may be nothing serious, however, it can also be a sign that there is a problem with your testicles or be a symptom of an underlying illness.
Find out more ➡️ spkl.io/6011AdLUh
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A cold that isn’t getting better might be a sign of a sinus infection, known as sinusitis. 🤧
Both conditions have similar symptoms, so how do you know when you have more than just a cold? 🤔
Find out more ➡️ spkl.io/6019AdaoX
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