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Acne treatments explained

Acne treatments explained

Updated: 03/09/2026

Starting acne treatment can feel overwhelming with the variety of gels, creams, and combination treatments out there.

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5 eczema triggers to watch for as autumn starts

5 eczema triggers to watch for as autumn starts

Updated: 02/09/2026

As summer fades and the heating clicks back on, many people with eczema notice their skin starting to flare.

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3 min read
A 4-week beginner workout plan for GLP-1 weight loss

A 4-week beginner workout plan for GLP-1 weight loss

Updated: 26/08/2026

This four-week beginner plan takes the guesswork out if you're just beginning, building gradually from two short sessions a week to a full routine that fits around your Mounjaro or Wegovy treatment.

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7 min read
5 pharmacy treatments you can get without seeing a GP

5 pharmacy treatments you can get without seeing a GP

Updated: 26/08/2026

Some health problems don't need a trip to the GP at all. Here's what a pharmacist can sell you directly instead, and why.

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3 min read
Mounjaro vs Orlistat: Key Differences Explained

Mounjaro vs Orlistat: key differences explained

Updated: 25/08/2026

Two of the most prescribed weight loss treatments in the UK work in completely different ways, and choosing between them isn't as straightforward as it might look.

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7 min read
Wegovy Semaglutide Tablets vs Orlistat: Key Differences

Wegovy semaglutide tablets vs Orlistat: key differences

Updated: 25/08/2026

This guide compares how Wegovy tablets and Orlistat work, who each one suits, and what results to expect, so you can make an informed decision.

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6 min read
Wegovy Tablets: Complete UK Guide (2026)

Wegovy tablets: complete UK guide (2026)

Updated: 25/08/2026

Wegovy tablets are now MHRA-approved in the UK - the first oral GLP-1 treatment licensed for weight management in the country.

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10 min read
Sumatriptan vs Rizatriptan: Which One Is Right For You?

Sumatriptan vs Rizatriptan: which one is right for you?

Updated: 25/08/2026

Both sumatriptan and rizatriptan belong to the same class of migraine medicines, but they work at different speeds and come in different forms.

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9 min read
Wegovy Semaglutide Tablets vs Rybelsus: Key Differences

Wegovy tablets vs Rybelsus: key differences

Updated: 25/08/2026

Both Wegovy tablets and Rybelsus contain the same active ingredient. But they are different medicines and licensed for different conditions for patients in the UK.

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8 min read
Omeprazole for Acid Reflux: How It Works

Omeprazole for acid reflux: how it works

Updated: 25/08/2026

Acid reflux can be uncomfortable enough to disrupt your day, and omeprazole is one of the most common treatments people turn to for relief.

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