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Don’t Mistake These 7 COVID Symptoms for Hay Fever

Hay fever affects almost ten million people in the UK and shares symptoms in common with the Coronavirus. But unlike hay fever, COVID-19 is highly contagious and can develop into serious health problems such as disability, blood clots, and respiratory issues.  Dr Rupa Parmar, GP and Medical Director of Midland Health, shares the COVID-19 symptoms…

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Doctor Issues Warning Over Viral Ear Wax Camera

Videos of people cleaning out their earwax using ear canal cameras have amassed millions of views on TikTok. However, Mr Amit Parmar, Consultant ENT at Midland Health, is urging Brits to be cautious of popular at-home ear cameras.  In the past month, searches for “ear wax removal tools” have increased by 20%. Similarly, searches for…

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Don’t Ignore These Subtle Signs of Stroke

May marks Stroke Awareness Month. The focus is encouraging more people to learn the causes and symptoms of strokes, which affect 100,000 people each year in the UK. In light of this month, Dr. Rupa Parmar, GP and Medical Director of Midland Health, shares the subtle warning signs of a stroke that you shouldn’t ignore….

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Top Tips to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

It’s estimated that almost 6 million people in the UK live with type 2 diabetes, and a further half a million are at high risk. Dr Rupa Parmar, GP and Medical Director at Midland Health, is sharing her top tips for preventing type 2 diabetes. Regular Exercise It’s recommended to get 150 minutes a week…

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Bowel Cancer Symptoms Too Often Mistaken for IBS

April marks both Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. IBS is the most common digestive disorder in the UK, with one-third of people experiencing symptoms. Dr Rupa Parmar, GP and Medical Director of Midland Health, reveals the symptoms commonly mistaken for IBS that could be a sign of something more serious like…

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