The UK’s Covid vaccination programme is well underway with more 31 million people having received their first dose at the time of publication.
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) describes a group of long-term conditions that cause the digestive tract to become inflamed (red and swollen). Dr Jamal Hayat, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Parkside Private Hospital, explains the main symptoms and causes of IBD. He also discusses how IBD is diagnosed and possible treatments that can help.
More than 10 million people in the UK have arthritis or similar conditions that affect the joints. Over half of these people experience pain every day that has a big impact on their life. Individuals who live in cold climates often report more troublesome symptoms of arthritis than those living in warmer areas.