Health advice and news from our team

Beyond Knowledge: Building Environments for Quality Care

After retiring from the NHS, Professor Theodore Ngatchu reflects on why good outcomes depend on the environment around clinicians, not knowledge alone, and on the principles behind Premier Health Centres Cameroon.

By Professor Theodore Ngatchu

Why an annual health check matters more than you think

Many serious conditions develop quietly for years. A yearly check-up is the simplest way to catch them while they are still easy to treat.

Understanding your blood pressure numbers

What the two numbers on a blood pressure reading actually mean, and the point at which you should be talking to a doctor.

A parent's guide to childhood vaccinations

Which vaccines your child needs, when they are due, and what to expect on the day of the appointment.