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IRON DEFICIENCY: TAKE A LEAF OUT OF POPEYE’S BOOK!
Did you ever see Popeye looking tired, pale, or short of breath? Didn’t think so! With a diet so high in spinach, if there’s one thing this guy isn’t, it’s iron deficient. Today’s blog is all about iron, as well as the symptoms and causes of iron deficiency. Read on for top tips on how to be more like Popeye…

THE SYMPTOMS OF ANAEMIA
Did you realise, that there are various different types of anaemia? All with different recommended treatments? Today, we talk through the common symptoms of each of these types of anaemia, and touch on how these are best treated.

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SORE THROAT & SWOLLEN TONSILS? YUP, IT’S PROBABLY TONSILLITIS!
Most of us have probably experienced an episode of tonsillitis at least once in our lives, with some people suffering frequent episodes of this common infection! So why don’t doctors prescribe antibiotics every time you start to feel your tonsils tingle? And why don’t we just have our tonsils removed?!

WORLD DOWN’S SYNDROME DAY
Do you know why today, the 21st of March, is International Down’s Syndrome Awareness Day? Or why these numbers are very important in the genetics of the condition? For the answer to this, and much more about Down’s Syndrome, check out today’s blog post!

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THE CURSE OF THE COLD SORE
Cold sores are caused by one of the most common viruses amongst the population. They’re harmless, but can be a real nuisance, popping up at the worst possible times in life! We explain the common triggers of cold-sores, as well as how best to manage the condition: preventing their occurrence and speeding up their healing time.

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DO YOU KNOW YOUR BMI?
Nowadays, we use all sorts of euphemisms to sugar-coat the issue of being overweight, as it can be a very touchy subject! But if you’re plus-sized, bigger boned, or carrying a few extra pounds, there’s no running from reality with the BMI! We explain how to calculate this value and interpret your results in today’s blog piece on the Body Mass Index.

LDC’S NEW LOCATION: PADDINGTON!
What do a lost Peruvian Bear, the discovery of Penicillin, Prince George, The FA and Little Venice have in common? Paddington – the location of our ninth clinic!

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DEHYDRATION: FROM THIRSTY TO A&E!
Feeling sluggish? Struggling to concentrate? Skin problems? You could be suffering from a common problem which affects many of us – dehydration. Did you know, severe dehydration can lead to serious illnesses, requiring hospital treatment! Stay hydrated, stay healthy. Read on for more…

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