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  If you take medication regularly or have a chronic condition requiring ongoing treatment, you may wonder about the benefits of repeat prescription services. Repeat prescriptions services  allow individuals to manage their ongoing medication needs without visiting their healthcare provider whenever they require a refill. This article will look at who can benefit from repeat prescription services. Let’s begin! What Are Repeat Prescriptions? NHS repeat prescriptions   are a type of prescription that a doctor gives for medication that needs to be taken regularly. Repeat prescriptions are usually for long-term conditions that require ongoing management, such as diabetes or hypertension. Therefore, it differs from one-off prescriptions for conditions that are easily treated after treatment (such as antibiotics for an infection). The main difference between repeat and acute prescriptions is that after the initial prescription from a GP, the patient can request future refills w...

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of our life, and pregnancy is no exception. Pregnant individuals may be concerned about how the virus may impact their pregnancy and the health of their unborn child. This article will explore the current understanding of how COVID-19 may affect pregnancy. Let’s begin! Impact on Pregnancy Currently, there is limited knowledge of the specific effects of COVID-19 on pregnant women and their unborn children. However, studies have shown that pregnant women infected with COVID-19 may have a higher risk of severe illness and hospitalisation than non-pregnant women. Late-term COVID-19 infection during pregnancy may lead to the baby's premature birth or low birth weight. It may also increase the risk of stillbirth, although the overall risk remains low. However, there is currently no evidence that COVID-19 causes miscarriage or impacts foetal development.  Preventative Measures The only way you can reduce the risks of get...