No Appointment Necessary

5 Things to Do for Your Health Now

It’s August, it’s holiday season, and we thought it was the perfect time to bring together some of the very best health advice Dr Amir has shared on No Appointment Necessary. In this episode, we’ve picked five simple health hacks you can start TODAY! These are small things that could make a real difference to your health. Find out why strength training and gut health matters, to protecting your skin in the sun, and why you might want to think twice before re-heating your lunch in a plastic container in the microwave. Got a question or comment for Cherry and Dr Amir? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by The Independent Pharmacy. Access over 1,200 treatments for more than 90 health conditions with a quick online consultation, clinician review, and next-day delivery. Get 15% off your first order with code NAN15 (minimum spend applies): https://www.theindependentpharmacy.co.uk This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at ⁠⁠www.linwoodshealthfoods.com⁠⁠ Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Find out more about their health checks at ⁠https://randoxhealth.com⁠ just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off. Results released in as little as 2 hours of your sample arriving at the lab. The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could Testosterone Help Your Menopause Symptoms?

It’s time for a Chat GP special as Cherry Healey puts your health dilemmas to Dr Amir Khan, and absolutely nothing is off limits! We’re talking menopause, HRT and the big question around testosterone... why can it feel so difficult for women to access, and what does the evidence actually say? Plus, Dr Amir tackles high cholesterol, whether those supplements you keep seeing online are actually worth your money, and whether you should be worried when your smartwatch tells you your oxygen levels are dropping while you sleep. Got a question for Cherry and Dr Amir? Send it in because we’ll be doing another listener Q&A soon: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by The Independent Pharmacy. Access over 1,200 treatments for more than 90 health conditions with a quick online consultation, clinician review, and next-day delivery. Get 15% off your first order with code NAN15 (minimum spend applies): https://www.theindependentpharmacy.co.uk This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at ⁠⁠www.linwoodshealthfoods.com⁠⁠ Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Find out more about their health checks at ⁠https://randoxhealth.com⁠ just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off. Results released in as little as 2 hours of your sample arriving at the lab. The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everything You Need to Know About Your Thyroid

Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey are looking at everything you need to know about your thyroid - the tiny butterfly-shaped gland that has a huge impact on your energy, weight, mood, heart, hair, skin and overall health. They talk about why thyroid problems affect women far more than men, the signs of an underactive and overactive thyroid, why tiredness, hair loss and weight changes shouldn't always be blamed on menopause, and when a lump in your neck needs urgent medical attention. Plus, how thyroid conditions are treated, and why finding the right medication dose isn't always straightforward. In this week's Chat GP, Dr Amir answers a listener's question about prostate cancer, family history and genetic testing. 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by The Independent Pharmacy. Access over 1,200 treatments for more than 90 health conditions with a quick online consultation, clinician review, and next-day delivery. Get 15% off your first order with code NAN15 (minimum spend applies): https://www.theindependentpharmacy.co.uk This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at ⁠⁠www.linwoodshealthfoods.com⁠⁠ Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Find out more about their health checks at ⁠https://randoxhealth.com⁠ just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off. Results released in as little as 2 hours of your sample arriving at the lab. The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Travel Health Tips Every Holidaymaker Needs

Heading off on holiday? Before you pack your suitcase, make sure you check out this episode as Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey share the essential travel health advice that could save you from mosquito bites, jellyfish stings, traveller's diarrhoea, heatstroke, sunburn and more! Dr Amir will also share the antihistamine trick that could stop itchy mosquito bites before they start, and whether that episode of 'Friends' is right about peeing on a jellyfish sting. You'll also learn what to pack in your holiday first aid kit, how to stay healthy on flights, the best ways to avoid food poisoning abroad, when you need travel vaccines, and how to protect yourself from ticks, insect bites and dangerous dehydration in the heat. 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at ⁠www.linwoodshealthfoods.com⁠ Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. This episode is also sponsored by The Independent Pharmacy. They provide access to over 1,200 treatments covering more than 90 health concerns. Simply complete a quick online consultation, have it reviewed by a clinician, and receive your treatment with next-day delivery. You can get 15% off your first order using the code NAN15 (minimum spend applies): ⁠https://www.theindependentpharmacy.co.uk⁠ We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at ⁠https://randoxhealth.com⁠ just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab. Disclaimer: The hairdryer tip mentioned in this episode is based on personal experience and is not a medically recommended treatment. The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's Actually Normal for Your Bladder?

Do you always go for a wee before leaving the house... just in case? How many times a day is actually normal to pee? And why does it seem you always need the toilet the second you get nervous? Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan are talking all things bladder health, explaining what's actually normal, and sharing simple tips to help keep your bladder healthy. Find out why "just in case" wees might be doing more harm than good, the habits that can strengthen (or weaken) your bladder, and when it's worth getting symptoms checked out 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by The Independent Pharmacy. They provide access to over 1,200 treatments covering more than 90 health concerns. Simply complete a quick online consultation, have it reviewed by a clinician, and receive your treatment with next-day delivery. You can get 15% off your first order using the code NAN15 (minimum spend applies): ⁠https://www.theindependentpharmacy.co.uk⁠ We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at ⁠https://randoxhealth.com⁠ just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab. The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices