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Metformin side effects: what's normal and when to call your GP

Nausea, diarrhoea, B12 deficiency — most metformin side effects are manageable. Here's what's normal, what needs monitoring, and the rare signs that need urgent attention.

Blood Pressure Monitor UK: How to Choose One and Read Your Results Correctly

Not all blood pressure monitors are accurate. Here's how to choose a validated device, measure correctly, and understand what your results actually mean.

Kate's Story: Living With a Family History of Stroke

Kate's dad had a stroke at 51. For 24 years she lived with quiet anxiety about her own health. See how a daily check-in helped her tell fear from fact — and finally talk to her GP.

David's Story: Managing Blood Pressure Between GP Visits With Hea

David, 58, spent three years going from one blood test to the next, unsure what was normal. See how a daily WhatsApp check-in gave him — and his GP — a real picture of his health for the first time.

"I Didn't Want to Wake Anyone" — Sarah's Story with Hea

Sarah spent two years lying awake with anxiety at 3am, not wanting to bother anyone. Here's what changed when she started messaging Hea instead.

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