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With our online GP service, you’ll always get the highest level of care. Book an appointment with a private GP over a phone or online video consultation at a time that is best for you. Whether it be in the evening, at the weekend or a bank holiday, we’re here for you.

Online GP Services and Video Consultations | Bupa UK Online GP services with Bupa allow you to speak to a Private GP remotely by video or telephone consultation, appointments available Monday – Saturday

Get 10% off any health assessment this summer.
If you’re interested in learning a little more about your body, a Bupa lifestyle health assessment can get the answers you need. We’ll look into your physical and mental health to identify anything you need to look out for.

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Get 10% off a range of tailored health assessments created to give people a complete health risk review this July.
Designed for people wondering if they have any health risks such as cancer or wanting to make lifestyle changes.

Call 0330 822 3082 and quote "HA2024" to get 10% off this summer. Book yours today.
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Do you know what the symptoms of cervical cancer are and how you can reduce your risk? Anyone with a cervix is at risk of cervical cancer, but it’s more common if you’re between the age of 30 and 45.

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How to reduce your risk of cervical cancer Dr David Baines, Bupa Lead Physician, discusses the main causes and risk factors of cervical cancer, and ways you can reduce your risk.

Tourette’s syndrome is common and causes people to make sudden movements or sounds. Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Bianca Clarke, discusses the truth behind five common myths about Tourette’s Syndrome.

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Five myths about Tourette's syndrome | Bupa UK Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Bianca Clarke, discusses the truth behind five common myths about Tourette's Syndrome.

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Bupa offers a range of tailored health assessments created to give people a complete health risk review.

You can now spread the cost of any health assessment that costs over £250 with a 0% APR flexible payment plan allowing you to pay the cost into either 6 or 10 monthly payments.
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From keeping fingernails short to keeping hydrated, Dr Luke Powles shares his advice for soothing chickenpox, as shared with Mother & Baby.

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The 7 best chickenpox creams and treatments for effective relief of your child’s skin Discover the best chickenpox treatments and creams for effective relief for your child’s skin, from Aveeno to PoxClin, tried and tested by parents.

All aboard! Can't beat fish and chips on a bank holiday! Great to see our residents at Chilton Meadows Care Home in Stowmarket enjoying their weekend. 💙

Most children have likes and dislikes when it comes to food. But when does picky eating become something more? Hear more from Specialist Nurse Advisers, Harriet Finlayson and Danielle Panton.

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How can I tell if my child has an eating difficulty? What are eating difficulties and eating disorders? Specialist Nurse Advisers, Harriet Finlayson and Danielle Panton, tell you what you need to know about eating difficulties in children.

Do you know how long it takes your body to process one unit of alcohol? Dr Luke Powles talks to about what happens to your body when you drink alcohol, including some surprise statistics!

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How long does alcohol stay in your system? Alcohol metabolism, explained Here’s what happens after you take that first sip.

Bronchiolitis is a lung infection most commonly affecting children under two. Dr Elizabeth Rogers, Associate Clinical Director at Bupa, discusses the most important things parents should know about the condition.

Bronchiolitis in children: What parents need to know Dr Elizabeth Rogers, Associate Clinical Director at Bupa, discusses the causes of bronchiolitis in children, and provides advice for parents on how to spot and treat the condition.

Happy Birthday to Mavis and David! The sunny celebrations at our Argyles Care Home in Newbury look amazing. 💙

Pre-conception counselling before pregnancy is an important part of antenatal care. But what is it and what does it involve? Dr Elizabeth Rogers, Associate Clinical Director of Bupa Clinics, explains.

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What is pre-conception counselling? Pre-conception counselling before pregnancy is an important part of antenatal care. But what is it and what does it involve? Dr Elizabeth Rogers, Associate Clinical Director of Bupa Clinics, explains.

Tics are common and can happen temporarily, or be a sign of a tic disorder, such as Tourette’s syndrome. Bianca Clarke, cognitive behavioural therapist at Bupa, discusses the causes and triggers of tics, and ways you can manage them.

Can anxiety cause tics? Bianca Clarke, a cognitive behavioural therapist at Bupa, explores the causes and symptoms of tics and provides ways you can manage them.

Many children struggle with poor mental health. One in six children aged 5 to 16 are believed to have a mental health condition. Specialist nurse advisers at Bupa, Harriet Finlayson and Danielle Panton, discuss signs and suggest ways you can manage it.

How to spot the signs of poor mental health in children One in six children aged 5 to 16 are believed to have a mental health condition. Specialist nurse advisers at Bupa, Harriet Finlayson and Danielle Panton, discuss some of the signs of poor mental

Your body goes through changes when you’re pregnant and this can lead to lower back pain. Read our new article by Dr Ade Adeniyi, lead Physician at Bupa on how you can manage lower back pain after pregnancy.

How to deal with lower back pain after pregnancy In this article, Dr Ade Adeniyi, lead Physician at Bupa talks about ways of dealing with lower back pain after pregnancy.

Anxiety and depression are among the most common mental health conditions. But what’s the difference between them? Cognitive Behavioural Psychologist Deirdre Concannon takes a deep dive into what these terms mean and how they overlap.

What's the difference between anxiety and depression? Cognitive Behavioural Psychologist Deirdre Concannon, talks about key differences between anxiety and depression, as well as some of the ways that they're similar to each other.

Lovely to see our residents at Crossley House Care Home in Bradford enjoying the sunshine over the weekend. ☀️ 💙

👇 Let us know in the comments what you did to make the most of the sun!

Today marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Week (13 - 19 May).
Mental health problems can affect anyone. One in six children, aged five to 16, are thought to have a mental health condition. Your child may find it difficult to understand or talk about how they’re feeling. We discuss what to look out for.

How to spot the signs of poor mental health in children One in six children aged 5 to 16 are believed to have a mental health condition. Specialist nurse advisers at Bupa, Harriet Finlayson and Danielle Panton, discuss some of the signs of poor mental

Hay fever is on the rise, and affects almost half of the UK population. A 2020 study also suggests that more than one third of people affected had developed hay fever symptoms for the first time in the last five years.

Six ways to relieve hay fever symptoms Bupa GP, Dr Samantha Wild, shares six simple tips for easing the symptoms of hay fever this summer.

Do you know the secret signs of not being well-rested? 🤔 From craving comfort food to forgetting your dreams, Dr. Elizabeth Rogers breaks it down for us on !

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Nine hidden signs your body needs rest (and how to actually get it) From increased hunger to aches and pains, health experts share the lesser-known signals we need to recuperate

Wondering what to do with leftover ingredients at the end of the week? Stop wondering, start cooking! 🥕 Here are some simple recipes to help you reduce food waste and be more sustainable.

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Reducing food waste – interesting ways to use up your fruit and veg These tips and recipes show you ways to get the most out of your fruit and veg.

Dr Sarah Griffiths speaks to Stylist about the 20-minute rule, and how it can help you think about the amount of alcohol you're consuming.

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If you want to cut down your drinking, it’s time to try the ‘20-minute rule’ Here’s how to get started.

Anxiety is common in teenagers. Read our new article by Danielle Panton, Specialist Nurse Adviser at Bupa, on how you can support a teenage with anxiety disorder.

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Tips to support your teenager with anxiety disorder Danielle Panton, Specialist Nurse Adviser at Bupa, talks about how anxiety disorder can affect teenagers and how they can be supported.

A very happy birthday to Dorothy at our Crossley House Care Home in Bradford. 💙

Glad to see our residents at Berkeley House Care Home in Hull enjoying a Saint George's Day celebration earlier this week. 💙

Have you got a consultant appointment coming up? Make the most of it with these tips from Dr Lewis Caplin, about planning your questions and other ways to prepare. 💼📋👩‍⚕️

Preparing for a consultant appointment Planning your questions before your consultant appointment can help you make the most of the time. Dr Lewis Caplin, Lead Physician at Bupa, gives his tips.

Menopause is a natural stage of life. But having an early menopause means your fertility will decrease earlier than expected. We talk about some key things you need to know about early menopause and fertility and what fertility treatment options there are.

Early menopause and fertility Dr Samantha Wild, Bupa GP, explains the key things you need to know about early menopause and fertility.

Have you heard of the Blue Zones? Here, Health Operations Manager, Jed Campbell Williams, shares the lessons we can learn from the people who live the healthiest, longest lives. 🌍💪

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What are the Blue Zones? Are you familiar with the Blue Zones? Here, Health Operations Manager Jed Campbell Williams shares how you can live a Blue Zones lifestyle.

We're incredibly proud of our Team Health mentor, Richard Whitehead MBE. Running a time of 2:42.01, he broke the World Record in the bilateral above knee amputation category at yesterday's London Marathon. 💙

Ever wondered what you should do if you end up with cut or graze due to a fall while running? Dr Luke Powles talks to on how to treat minor injuries when out running. 🏃‍♀️⛑️

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How to treat minor injuries during a run: what to do after a fall An expert guide for runners faced with cuts, scrapes and grazes

April marks Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.

Many of us struggle with bowel issues. Whether it’s constipation, diarrhoea or discomfort, bowel problems can affect your quality of life. But there is lots you can do to improve your bowel health, which is especially important as you get older.

Tips for better bowel health Looking to improve your bowel health as you get older? Here, Bupa dietitian Dawn Wilson shares her top tips.