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News : December 2009

Private Healthcare UK keeps you up to date with the latest news and developments in private treatment in the UK.

More men opting for tummy tuck surgeryA growing number of men are choosing to have a tummy tuck to rid themselves of unwanted abdominal flab, a leading cosmetic surgery provider has said.
9 Harley St and Weymouth Hospital to join BMI Healthcare's National NetworkGeneral Healthcare Group (GHG), whose primary business is the UK's largest private hospital group BMI Healthcare, has agreed to acquire a stake in the London-based Phoenix Hospital Group. By doing...
New hyperhidrosis treatment hits UKA new laser treatment for excessive sweating is now available in the UK. Technology usually used to remove fat has been adapted to treat excessive sweating, a condition known as hyperhidrosis.
Bupa backs home care pledgeBupa supported Prime Minister Gordon Brown's recent speech in which he called for more patients to be treated in their own homes by the NHS. Bupa collaborates with the NHS to help provide more than...
IFA: Aromatherapy can ease stressPeople who suffer from stress may want to consider a course of aromatherapy to prevent the development of further health problems. According to Sue Mousley, chair of the International Federation of...
Untreated apnoea 'can be dangerous'People who fail to seek medical treatment for sleep apnoea may be putting their health at risk. That is according to Dr Andrew Cummin, sleep centre director at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
Britons need cervical cancer education, says charityA charity has called for more education campaigns to raise awareness of cervical cancer. Jo's Trust said that the disease kills more than 1,000 women a year and its profile needs to be raised,...
Antibiotic resistance increasesAntibiotic resistance has increased in the past few decades leading to a higher risk of hospital infections such as MRSA. A study published in the Environmental Science and Technology journal, found...
Neck lift surgery increasesA leading cosmetic surgery provider has reported an increase in demand for neck lift procedures. The Harley Medical Group reported a 17 per cent rise in the operations in 2009 when compared to the...
New menstrual bleeding treatment offered at BMI hospitalA BMI run hospital in West Sussex is offering a new treatment to women suffering from heavy menstrual bleeding. The NovaSure Endometrial Ablation System is a 90-second procedure which can be...
Silicone implants are 'perfectly safe'A plastic surgeon has commented on benefits of silicone when considering breast augmentation.
Thyroid hormone affects birthing positionPremature delivery, breeched birth and miscarriage can all be caused by thyroid dysfunction during a mother's pregnancy.
Stem cell treatment restores sightStem cell treatment has restored a man's eyesight after he was partially blinded in a chemical attack. Russell Turnbull lost the sight in his right eye while attempting to break up a fight between...
Cold affects recovery from cancerOne in four cancer patients have been found to be suffering unnecessarily due to the cold weather, according to a leading cancer charity.
3,000th live organ donation approvedThe 3,000th live organ donation has been approved by the Human Tissue Authority (HTA). Donations from living donors have been monitored by the HTA for the past three years during which time they have...
Surge in demand for fat removal treatments as brits plan post christmas weight lossThe Private Clinic group reports 133% rise in pre-Christmas consultations for Vaser lipo. The great Christmas over-indulgence may not yet be over, but it seems that many people have already made...
Electronic health records developedA new range of medical insurance options have been launched by private healthcare provider Integra Global. The products allow customers to monitor their own health records electronically and have...
Patients 'should not rush into new breast procedure'Patients have been advised not to rush into a new cosmetic surgery procedure for breast augmentation. The surgery, known as cell enriched breast enhancement, involves transplanting cells and fat from...
CIGNA offers self referral to physiotherapyCIGNA members will now be able to self refer for physiotherapy to Nuffield Health. The new benefit will mean that members do not have to wait for a GP referral before accessing treatment. Nuffield...
London Medical offers Botox® alternativeLondon Medical has announced it is offering a non-invasive treatment which provides a long term solution to the ageing process. Named the Aluma treatment, the minimal risk procedure usually takes 15...

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