Primarius Clinic - Healthcare

25/02/2021

Top tips for preventative screening. Take control of your health..

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The Heart Health app also allows you to keep all your test and investigations data in 1 app

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08/12/2020

Interesting article from Cleveland clinic

Although these are recommendations from the US, the American cancer society are clear that screening for colorectal cancer should start at age 45 years

Screening, especially with a colonoscopy, does not only detect cancer but it can also help prevent cancer by allowing us to find polyps so we can remove them before they have a chance to turn into cancer.

Now while this is all great news, unfortunately, we’ve learned that the incidence of colorectal cancer is increasing in patients under 50. This is a very alarming trend that we’ve watched, and sadly, these patients haven’t been able to benefit from screening because the recommendation has usually been to start at age 50, or in the UK at age 60.

Take control of your health and consider colorectal screening from 45years, whether non-invasive tests or colonoscopy. Consider what tests you want to do, but be interested and invested in your health.

Colon cancer can be prevented

And learn how regular screenings save lives

26/11/2020

Primarius Clinic offers the most targeted, and one of the most advanced health screening programmes in London, with options of tailored or tiered screening. We choose the correct diagnostics to get to the root cause of any issues, not generic whole body scans.

Dr Deryk Waller and Dr Robby Bajaj are trusted Drs with over 35 years of combined experience in private practice, and are leading the way in private preventative medical screening. We believe it is important you receive individual attention and care, with options of in-person consultations at our luxurious clinic at 77 Wimpole St, or via our secure digital platform for virtual consultations.

Take control of your health, and protect your future...

Book an appointment at our clinic:

The Royal Brompton private clinic
77 Wimpole St London W1G 9RU

20/11/2020

We need to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer, the cancer with one of the worst outcomes - It is shocking that more than half of people diagnosed with pancreatic cancer die within 3 months.

Pancreatic cancer symptoms:

Pancreatic cancer doesn't usually cause symptoms in the early stages. As the cancer grows it can start to cause symptoms.

These can include:
-pain in the stomach area or back
-yellowing of the skin or whites of your eyes (jaundice)
-unexplained weight loss

Symptoms of pancreatic cancer can be vague. They can be caused by other conditions, but it's important to get them checked by a doctor. See your GP if you have any new symptoms or symptoms that aren't going away.

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, known to many as ‘PCAM’, takes place during November every year – and is the biggest event in the calendar for those committed to taking on pancreatic cancer.

11/11/2020

We are already in Movember, the month formerly known as November, time for brave and selfless men around the world grow a moustache, and for women to support them, all to raise awareness and funds for men's health - specifically prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and su***de prevention. Prostate Cancer UK is the main beneficiary of the Movember campaign.

Consider growing a Mo, or throwing a Movember event to raise funds for men’s health and stop men dying too young.

19/10/2020

Mental Health Awareness Year?

We recently had mental health awareness day on 10th October, but maybe we should view this as mental health awareness year, as throughout the year mental health issues have been on the rise.

The effects of COVID, social distancing, lockdown, local restrictions, ongoing economic uncertainty, and the stress-inducing media reports are taking a huge toll on our mental health and well-being.

It is important to raise the importance of mental health and put it next to physical health.

If you are suffering with any of:

*Persistent sadness or irritability

*Extremely high or low moods

*Excessive fear, worry, or anxiety

*Social withdrawal

*Dramatic changes in eating or sleeping habits

Then reach out to your GP for help.

Other resources include:

Mind charity
Good Samaritans
Young minds
NHS resources via NHSwebsite

Mental health goes hand in hand with physical health, and should be seen in the same light as any medical issue, so it can only be a positive step to ask for help

06/10/2020

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart and circulatory disease. It occurs when coronary arteries become narrowed by a build-up of atheroma, a fatty material within their walls. The pain or discomfort felt from such narrowing is called angina and if a blockage occurs it can cause a myocardial infarction (heart attack).

Key Facts:
*CHD is one of the UK’s leading causes of death and the most common cause of premature death.

*CHD is the leading cause of death worldwide.

*CHD is responsible for around 64,000 deaths in the UK each year, an average of 180 people each day, or one death around every eight minutes.

*In the UK, one in seven men and one in twelve women die from coronary heart disease.

These are sobering statistics, and compounded by the fact that those with a heart condition are considered at increased risk of more severe complications of Covid-19.

How do you know if you are at risk?

Risk factors increasing your likelihood of developing heart disease include genetic factors, medical conditions and modifiable risk factors.

Regular checks & detailed diagnostics can highlight areas of risk, and give you peace of mind.

Primarius Clinic has the most advanced on-site heart screening in primary care.

01/10/2020

Today marks the first day of breast cancer awareness month.

50% of women do not know the early signs of breast cancer. The aim of the campaign is to increase awareness, in particular to remind women to check for signs and symptoms of breast cancer.

A recent article in the times reminds us of the stark reality as almost one million women in the UK have missed NHS breast screening due to COVID-19.

29/09/2020

Are you getting older, or are drinks getting stronger?

It may seem like you are becoming more sensitive to alcohol as you age. You are not imagining this.

The basic process by which alcohol is metabolised does not change, but as we age, several factors alter the way you process it.

Patterns of drinking may change, and tolerance to alcohol may decrease. As you get older, you also lose lean muscle mass and your circulation slows down. This leads to a higher concentration of alcohol in the bloodstream with more toxic metabolites accumulating as it takes longer to process. Also you may start to develop other medical conditions, and medication can cause interactions with alcohol. Alcohol also compounds sleep difficulties.

To enjoy good health, it is best to follow the guidelines for drinking

22/09/2020

Lung Cancer & Covid: A Clinical Dilemma?

What action should you take if you are >50yrs + smoker with a persistent cough in COVID?

Covid is a masterful mimic and there is significant symptom overlap with lung cancer. Persistent cough and breathlessness are common presentations for lung cancer. Historically Chest X-Ray(CXR) has been the first-line investigation for symptomatic patients.

But is it enough?

A recent systematic review found a false-negative rate with CXR of approximately 20%, meaning around 20% of early lung cancers are missed with a normal CXR result. As we know from cancer survival statistics, these are the cancers we ideally want to be picking up as the chance of cure is significantly higher.

Unfortunately lung cancer outcomes remain poor compared to other cancers (75% of lung cancers are still diagnosed at a later/incurable stage).

If you are in a high risk category + smoker, do not be reassured by a normal CXR alone. Consider further detailed investigations with your Doctor.

At Primarius Clinic, we offer post COVID medical checks, and comprehensive health screening.

For further information:

Tel: 02034886730 or E-mail: info@primariusclinic.com