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The outlook for liver cirrhosis
Liver cirrhosis refers to severe scarring of the liver.
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How alcohol can affect your liver
Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol can have both short and long-term effects on your health and wellbeing.
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Alcohol units
Alcohol units refer to the amount of pure alcohol in a drink.
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Lifestyle changes for type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes refers to a chronic (long-term) condition where the levels of sugar (glucose) in your blood become too high.
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How to adjust your diet if you have type 2 diabetes
Around four million people in the UK have type 2 diabetes. This condition causes high sugar (glucose) levels in your blood.
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How swimming can help strengthen your joints
Exercise is great for your overall health but some types are better than others when it comes to protecting and strengthening your joints.
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Hip replacement surgery: Beverly's story
Keen horse rider, Beverley, talks about how hip replacement surgery with Spire Healthcare helped her get back to doing the things she loves.
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Keeping you safe
Patient safety is our highest priority.
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Hip replacement surgery: what does it involve and what are the risks?
Over 115,000 hip replacement surgeries happen in the UK every year.
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How do I make an appointment?
Booking an appointment with Spire Healthcare is simple.
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Moles: when should I worry?
Moles are small growths on your skin and most of the time, they’re harmless. However, they can sometimes develop into cancer.
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How do I access private medical treatment?
Private medical treatment doesn’t have to be complicated. Here we look at the options available.
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Why water is vital for your health and how to stay hydrated
Staying hydrated by drinking enough water every day is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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How to reduce your risk of skin cancer
Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world.
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What you need to know about allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) affects around one in four UK adults and is becoming increasingly common.
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Five tips to live a healthier and happier life
Small and simple changes to your lifestyle can not only make you healthier, they can also make you happier.
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Six signs you're in perimenopause
Perimenopause is a natural process that occurs in women, where hormonal levels reduce in the run-up to menopause.
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Should I be concerned about nipple discharge?
Nipple discharge refers to fluid that leaks out of the nipple when you are not breastfeeding.
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Knee pain when bending or squatting
Wear and tear of your knee over time can cause pain when bending your knee.
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Robotic-assisted knee surgery: patient journey
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Professor Pradhan details the patient pathway journey for surgery using advanced robotic surgical assistant.
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Eight signs you may need a hip replacement
If your hip has been causing you pain, you’ll know first-hand how much of an impact it can have on your life.
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