Meet Dr Maria Martinez Herves: ADHD and Autism Assessments
Meet Dr Maria Martinez Herves, Consultant Psychiatrist offering online ADHD, autism and general psychiatry assessments for patients aged 11–30 on Wednesdays.
Coil Removal: What to Expect, Does It Hurt and When Can I Get Pregnant?
Having a contraceptive coil removed is usually a straightforward procedure, but it is completely understandable to have questions beforehand. Will it hurt? How long does removal take? What happens to your periods afterwards? And, importantly, how quickly can you get pregnant after coil removal? Whether you have a copper coil (IUD) or a hormonal coil [...]
Which Countries Require Yellow Fever Vaccination or a Certificate?
Yellow fever vaccination can be one of the more confusing parts of planning an international trip. Some travellers need the vaccine because they are visiting an area where yellow fever is present. Others may need proof of vaccination simply to enter a country, even when yellow fever itself is not normally found there. The rules [...]
Perimenopause or Menopause? Symptoms, HRT and When to See a GP
Changes to your periods, poor sleep, hot flushes, anxiety, brain fog, or simply feeling “not quite yourself” can all happen as hormone levels begin to change. But does this mean you are going through perimenopause or menopause? The two terms are closely connected, but they describe different stages. Understanding the difference makes it easier to [...]
Do I Need a Rabies Vaccine Before Travelling? Advice for Thailand, Bali, India and Africa
Rabies is not usually the first thing people think about when planning a holiday. Flights, hotels, passports and travel insurance tend to come first. But if you are travelling to Thailand, Bali, India or parts of Africa, it is worth understanding your rabies risk before you leave the UK. The important thing to know is [...]
Rabies Vaccinations for Travel
Rabies Vaccinations - Do I Need the 3-Dose Course? Rabies is rare in the UK, but it remains a serious risk for travellers visiting parts of Asia, Africa, Central America and South America. Rabies is usually spread through the bite or scratch of an infected animal. Dogs are the most common source worldwide, but [...]
Women’s Health in Canary Wharf
I am delighted to share some recent news about Dr Jes Dhatt our Women’s Health GP, has become an official member of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.For those of you who have already met Jes at the clinic, this will probably come as no surprise. Her approach to medicine has always been centred not [...]
What Vaccinations Do I Need for Thailand? Travel Vaccine Advice for UK Travellers
Travelling to Thailand? Explore our Canary Wharf travel-vaccination clinic or book a travel-health consultation. Recommendations depend on your itinerary and medical history. Thailand offers everything from Bangkok city breaks and island holidays to jungle trekking and extended backpacking trips. However, the vaccinations needed for Thailand are not the same for everyone. Recommendations depend on where [...]
LGBTQIA + Sexual Health – Pride & Progress
Pride, Progress and LGBTQIA + Sexual Health: Why Inclusive Healthcare Still Matters Pride has always been about more than celebration. Its roots are in protest, visibility and the fight for dignity. The modern Pride movement is often traced back to the Stonewall uprising in New York in 1969, when LGBTQIA + people resisted police harassment [...]
