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When Was The First Full Blood Count Test Carried Out?
Find out the origins of one of the most important pharmacy blood tests of them all, and why the full blood count has endured as a general overall health test.
Sarah
Nov 14


What Are The Benefits Of Genetic Blood Testing?
Find out how genetic blood testing helps people discover if they are at risk of health conditions, so they can prepare themselves mentally and physically.
Sarah
Oct 22


What Is Polynucleotide Therapy And How Does It Help?
Learn about one of the latest skin therapies – polynucleotide therapy – and how this can improve your skin’s hydration and reduce dark circles and puffiness.
Sarah
Oct 15


Could Phlebotomy Be Done With Smaller Machines And Less Blood?
Find out why we use advanced equipment and a sufficient sample of blood to undertake accurate testing through the example of a machine that broke promises.
Sarah
Sep 24


What Should You Do And Not Do Before A Blood Test?
Find out more about how certain everyday activities can affect phlebotomy blood tests, and what you should and should not do to get the most accurate results.
Sarah
Sep 11


How Long Do Blood Tests Take To Process?
From three hours to three months, pharmacy blood tests can vary in how long they take from pinprick to final results. Find out what can affect the timescales.
Sarah
Aug 28


What Does An Abnormal Blood Test Reading Really Mean?
Blood testing is very complex, particularly with novel, specialist tests. Find out what an abnormal blood test means and why it is not synonymous with positive.
Sarah
Aug 20


What Foods Can Affect The Results Of A Blood Test?
Before taking a blood test, there are certain common ingredients that can inadvertently affect the result. Find out more about which foods to avoid beforehand.
Sarah
Jul 25


Could A Blood Test Help Doctors Diagnose Dementia Earlier?
A battery of blood tests undertaken by a pharmacy will not only help diagnose illness but find out how it can spot markers of diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
Sarah
Jul 11


What To Expect From Your First Anti-Wrinkle Injection Appointment
Never had anti-wrinkle injections before? It’s natural to feel anxious about what to expect. Here’s a more breakdown of the service to put you at ease.
Sarah
Jun 30


Do You Need Rabies Vaccinations Before Travelling?
Travel health services can include a wide range of different vaccinations for travellers visiting various countries. But when might you need a rabies jab?
Sarah
Jun 19


Health MOTs & What To Expect
Health screens are simply routine checkups that give you a good idea of what your general health is like. Find out more about health checks over on the blog.
Sarah
May 28


6 FAQs About Microneedling
One of the most popular procedures these days is microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy. Find out more about this cosmetic treatment here.
Sarah
May 20


How Much Blood Is Taken During A Blood Test?
Blood tests are taken for a variety of reasons and they often require a certain amount of blood to be taken to generate an accurate result. How much is needed?
Sarah
Apr 29


Top Tips For Maximising The Benefits Of Semaglutide
Weight management medication can lead to significant health benefits, but the way to make the most of the prescription is to make a few small lifestyle changes.
Sarah
Apr 25


What Were The First Blood Tests Used For?
Blood testing is an important part of checking for certain blood markers and a huge range of tests can be undertaken. What was the first blo
Sarah
Mar 28


What Happens When You Have A Blood Test?
A blood test undertaken at a pharmacy only takes a few minutes but can showcase a significant amount about your overall general health in a
Sarah
Mar 19


What Countries Do You Need Yellow Fever Vaccinations For?
If you are heading off on a tropical overseas trip in the coming months, now is the ideal time to get your yellow fever travel vaccinations
Sarah
Mar 10


8 FAQs About Anti-Wrinkle Treatments
One of the most popular non-invasive cosmetic treatments is anti-wrinkle injections that work to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wri
Epicare Health Pharmacy
Feb 18


What is Liver Function Tests – LFTs
In order to provide an overall assessment of liver health, the Liver Function Blood Test (LFT) measures a wide range of enzymes that are
Epicare Health Pharmacy
Dec 10, 2024
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