Understanding female hormones: how at-home blood tests can help you tune into your health

When your hormones are out of balance, your body often shows the first signs. Symptoms of female hormone imbalance like weight changes, sleep disruption, irregular cycles and hot flushes can feel confusing, and it’s easy to feel in the dark about what the underlying causes could be. At-home hormone testing can help.

Testosterone therapy for women: the missing piece in menopause care?

When women think of hormones linked to perimenopause and menopause, oestrogen and progesterone usually come to mind. And for good reason; these two are the headline acts of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). But there’s another hormone whose impact on the female body deserves attention, too: testosterone.

How to get TRT

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is one of the most effective ways to restore healthy testosterone levels in men with hypogonadism, a condition where the body doesn’t produce enough of the hormone. Low testosterone can lead to symptoms like low energy, reduced sex drive, mood changes, poor concentration, loss of muscle mass, or erectile dysfunction.1

Is TRT safe? Risks, benefits, & how to access safely

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is one of the most talked-about treatments in men’s health. Some see it as a way to restore energy and improve sexual health, while others worry about risks to the heart or prostate. But in reality, it’s a little more nuanced. TRT can be safe and effective when prescribed for the right reasons and monitored carefully, but it’s not for everyone.1

Why men tend to avoid the doctor until it’s too late: a GP’s perspective

It’s almost a cliché that men don’t go to the doctor. But as Dr Dave, GP and men’s health expert at Numan, explains, there’s a lot of truth behind the stereotype, and the consequences aren’t always harmless.

Why Will and Ralf’s blood test results prove knowledge is power

When you tune in to Two Pints with Will and Ralf, you never know where the conversation will go, but it’s always somewhere between hilarious chaos and midlife confession. This week’s episode started with the lads swapping travel stories: Ralf’s family trip to France (complete with bad accents and strict meal times) and Will’s grown-up holiday to Universal Studios, where motion sickness and the “Hulk” rollercoaster nearly finished him off.

The Yellow Card Scheme: why your report matters

Ask most people what a “yellow card” is and they’ll picture a referee penalising a questionable tackle. In the healthcare industry, however, the Yellow Card Scheme is something very different: a national system for collecting reports about adverse reactions to medicines, vaccines and medical devices, helping to keep them safe.1

How Numan's support unlocked new experiences for Ana on holiday

For Ana, working with Numan has been about unlocking the confidence to live fully. It's not just about numbers on a scale but about saying yes to new experiences. Her recent holiday perfectly captures this shift.

Two Pints, one doctor, and a blood test: Dr Dave joins Will and Ralf

When you tune into Two Pints with Will and Ralf, you know what you’re getting. A little chaos, a lot of laughter, and the kind of banter that makes you feel like you’re eavesdropping on old mates. Season six kicked off in a new studio with a fresh backdrop but the same laddish chemistry. Within minutes they were joking about their knobs, “scrotox” (yes, Botox for balls), and the physics of testicle temperature.

Is AI closing the gender health gap - or making it worse?

On one side lies the promise of revolutionary tools that could finally address centuries of gender-based healthcare disparities. On the other, the risk that these same tools might unknowingly amplify the very inequities they aim to solve.

What do patients actually want AI to do for their health?

The rise of AI in healthcare has opened the door to extraordinary possibilities around personalised support, getting you to the right care faster, and systems that learn with every interaction. However, it has also revealed real risks, not always the kind that make headlines.

Can AI ease clinical burnout and boost productivity?

Artificial intelligence is sold as the cure for clinician burnout, promising to slash admin and free up doctors to focus on patients. But this narrative misses the point. The real power of AI isn’t in speeding up tasks – it’s in forcing a fundamental rethink of how we train, value, and support our healthcare professionals.

Safety isn’t a feature - it’s the foundation of AI in healthcare

The rise of AI in healthcare has opened the door to extraordinary possibilities around personalised support, getting you to the right care faster, and systems that learn with every interaction. However, it has also revealed real risks, not always the kind that make headlines.

Two Pints with Will and Ralf: where banter meets men’s health

There’s something reassuringly familiar about hearing Will Mellor and Ralf Little in full flow. For many, they’ll always be Gaz and Jonny from Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. But over the last few years, the pair have built a new stage for themselves: Two Pints with Will & Ralf, a podcast that mixes comedy, friendship, and the sort of unfiltered conversation you’d expect after ‘two pints’ in the pub.

What is AMH? Understanding your egg reserve biomarker

One of the most useful hormone health biomarkers for women to test is Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH). AMH is produced by the follicles in your ovaries and indicates how many eggs you have left. Testing your AMH levels won’t give you the full picture of your reproductive health, but it can bring some clarity where there’s confusion and a sense of direction where there’s doubt.

New price changes for Mounjaro – what they are, why they happened, and what the options are

We know price rises are the last thing you want to deal with when you’re working hard on your health. This update explains what’s changing, why it’s happening, and your options if you’re on treatment or thinking about starting.

Confused by Wegovy switching claims? Here’s what the evidence really says

With fast‑moving (and sometimes conflicting) claims about Wegovy, it can be hard to know what to trust when you’re considering a switch. A lot of the confusion comes from mixing up doses, brands, timelines, and UK‑specific rules.

How to get Wegovy on the NHS

Wegovy (semaglutide) is a once-weekly injection that helps regulate appetite, slow digestion, and support weight loss when combined with healthy lifestyle changes. But while it’s gaining popularity, getting Wegovy on the NHS isn’t as straightforward as asking your GP for a prescription.