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The last few years have been a particularly challenging time across all business sectors, but the medical profession has been especially affected by the pandemic and the associated health-based protective measures. This has been an opportunity to take pause, and to consider what is best for my patients and for the practice going forward. I […]

Monkeypox advice from private GP

Monkeypox – now a Global Public Health Emergency: Should we be worried?

While we are still learning if we can live with Covid-19, another new illness has emerged and is spreading throughout our communities. Monkeypox is here, and although there is some information out there, much is inaccurate or not clearly explained,…
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The value in having an ongoing relationship with your GP 

Recently, a Norwegian study has highlighted the importance of a continuous relationship between patient and doctor, improving the general level of care and potentially saving lives. This study’s timing is particularly interesting considering…
Managing work stress

London stress levels rising post-lockdown

Big city living is stressful enough without the events of the last two years – some studies have found that city dwellers have a 21% greater chance of developing anxiety than their rural neighbours. However, a new study has found that almost…
diabetes assessment

Can’t fit into the jeans you wore at 21? You might be at risk of diabetes

Diabetes experts have warned that if you can no longer fit into the trousers you wore at 21, you may be at risk of developing diabetes – even if you’re not overweight. UK researchers presented these concerning findings at the online annual…
enlarged prostate treatment

Movember puts the spotlight on prostate health 

Every November, men are encouraged ‘grow a mo to save a bro’ as the Movember charity initiative raises awareness of men’s health. Initially focused on prostate cancer, the charity has expanded its focus to cover a whole host of health…
bone health during the menopause

How to live a bone healthy lifestyle during menopause

Every October, a spotlight is shone on the menopause and peri-menopause and the focus for 2021’s World Menopause Day is bone health. Bone is living tissue with its own blood and nerve supply and healthy bone renews itself continually. The…
Teenagers to be ‘offered’ vaccine

Teenagers to be ‘offered’ vaccine in bid to reduce further disruption to education

The UK’s four chief medical officers have decided that children aged between 12 and 15 should be offered COVID vaccinations, it was announced yesterday. In an attempt to minimise any further disruption to their education, all children in this…
Dr Tickle moves to London Medical

Dr Tickle moves to London Medical

We are delighted to announce that Dr Tickle has moved to London Medical, London's premier multi-disciplinary clinic, located on Marylebone High Street. London Medical regularly wins awards for its outstanding patient care and excellence as a…
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Health – how I can help you

No matter who you are, what you are doing or where you are going, without a reasonable quality of health it will be much harder. After more than 20 years in medical practice, I truly believe that we can achieve better health and become our…