Insect Venom Allergies

Summer is coming and so are the insects. Whilst the majority of us are not allergic to wasp and bee stings, just like food allergies, venom allergies can result in life threatening allergic reactions to the sting. Learn more about the symptoms and accurate diagnosis.

Understanding Hereditary Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is one of the most common forms of cancer. Hereditary bowel cancer occurs when genetic mutations, passed down through families, increase a person’s risk of developing cancer in the colon or rectum.

DIY Health Tests: Fact or Fiction?

At home health tests are everywhere – but do they really work? Since the introduction of COVID-19 testing at home the home testing market has exploded. But, are all the promises accurate? Are we left with more questions than answers? How legitimate are they?

Allergy, Intolerance or Autoimmune?

It’s nearly that time again! Mince pies and hot chocolate. But for lots of us these treats can cause anything from mild digestive problems to severe reactions. Learn more about the difference between food allergies, intolerances and coeliac disease.

NHS Begin Evaluating Early Bladder Cancer Detection Test

In the UK about 10,000 people are diagnosed with bladder cancer each year. The main symptom is blood in the urine which involves an invasive hospital procedure to look inside the bladder. A new non-invasive test could be the answer.