For anyone who doesn’t have Christmas all sewn up by now, this is the time for thinking and planning what to get everyone for Christmas. Every year there is the same feeling of panic as you try to think of interesting presents that will be really appreciated.
Winter thoughts and plans
Now is the time of year when, apart from those lucky enough to live really locally, sailing people have their boat nicely tucked away and put to bed for the winter. The all-over cover is on, the outboard is stored indoors and there is nothing to be done now until fitting out time again in…
Having treatment at a GUM clinic
STD clinics, otherwise known as GUM clinics, specialise in genitor-urinary medicine i.e. sexually transmitted illnesses. These clinics deal exclusively with the detection and treatment of sexual diseases, ranging from easily treatable illnesses like genital warts and trichomonas, to life-threatening diseases like HIV, syphilis and hepatitis.
The important role that private clinics play in sexual health
Sexually transmitted diseases are on the increase, yet people still find them very difficult to talk about, let alone seek treatment for. They will live in denial, rather than seek advice from their GP. They also worry it will affect their careers or insurance cover.