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Welcome to the Doctor Matt news page - here you can find regular regular news updates about this service and the conditions we treat. We will also keep you posted on popular healthcare issues and debate happening in the UK, so make sure to return to our News section regularly.

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24/07/2013 - How to take charge of high cholesterol

Cardiovascular diseases and their causes have been big news over the past few years - particularly in the UK where coronary heart disease has been the biggest killer for some time, causing around 82,000 deaths a year. One of the key causes of conditions like coronary heart disease and angina is a high level of blood cholesterol. And, whilst high cholesterol is known to affect those over the age of 40, it is never too early to think about your cardiovascular health.

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22/07/2013 - The truth abouth hay fever

As I write this, it is a beautiful July day – the sun is shining and it is 30 degrees outside. On a day like this, the world just calls out to you to enjoy the great outdoors. The problem; I am reluctant to venture beyond the front door due to the copious amounts of pollen in the air – and I am not alone. It is estimated that more than 1 in 5 of us here in the UK, including 10 million in England alone, will suffer from hay fever at some point.

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12/07/2013 - Four lifestyle mistakes that can lead to Erectile Dysfunction

Gentlemen, can I have your attention please. I am fully-aware that Erectile Dysfunction can be an awkward problem to openly discuss, and despite medication like Viagra being a household name, there is still a stigma attached to the condition. Despite the support available, many men are actively increasing their risk of Erectile Dysfunction due to poor blood circulation caused by their lifestyle choices.

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08/07/2013 - Five secrets to beating jet lag this summer

Travel abroad is not without it's challenges, particularly if you are planning to go a bit further afield than the usual Mediterranean sun havens. I’m often asked about jet-lag and its effects, and although it can’t be avoided altogether, there are ways to minimise its impact.

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05/07/2013 - Can we rely on e-cigarettes?

It’s been an interesting month for the manufacturers of nicotine containing products, or NCP’s. Manufacturers are to undergo rigorous medical testing of their products before they can sell their e-cigarettes as licensed medicines, rather than consumer items.