Our child’s first illness made me take stock of the fundamentals of dealing with a sick kid, so here are my thoughts about some of the key things to look out for.

Itchy red sore eyes are incredibly uncomfortable. Read on about conjunctivitis, causes, and what to do to stop it.

If you're pregnant or know someone who is, make absolutely sure you get the whooping cough vaccine before you deliver - read on for why.

Published in the September 2015 issue - vaccination schedules in the UK, France and USA; their similarities, differences, and key vaccines only available privately.

Syphilis is rearing its ugly head again and is on the rise in the UK. It can be readily treated if caught early, so knowing those first signs and symptoms are key to a successful cure. 

Meningitis has been in the news for a variety of reasons. Read of my own personal experience with a patient and thoughts on the vaccine rollout.

Cuts, scrapes, grazes and bites - all can get infected, and that needs treatment fast!

My full live interview with Kay Burley recently on Sky News, discussing the new national guidelines for GPs to investigate possible cancers in more patients

A recent Stylist Magazine article about vitamin D with some of my quotes...

Vitamin D is currently all the rage in healthcare - so much so that M&S are adding it to their bread now. But the facts about it aren't always clear, so read on for some clarification and my feelings on it.