October 2016

    Beurer FT65 Multi-Functional Thermometer         About   Part of the MidMeds Beurer range, the FT65 Multi-Functional Thermometer is a state-of-the-art product, designed for easy of use and high accuracy. Using infrared technology to take body temperature in the ear canal, it is suitable for nearly all ages, babies over 6 months old, children and adults...

    Which Painkiller Should I Take?       The following article has used information provided by NHS Choices. MidMeds recommends you seek professional medical advice if you are unsure whether to be taking painkillers.   Paracetamol This popular painkiller is commonly used to treat headaches and many non-nerve pains. The safe dosage for adults is two 500mg tablets...

    The 15 Symptoms of Caffeine Withdrawal       Those who have gone through a caffeine detox will know how difficult it can be, and how there are multiple stages to go through. We have a list of the top 15 most common caffeine withdrawal symptoms to expect when giving up coffee, just so you know what to...

    Global Handwashing Day 2016       On Friday 14th, we will be celebrating Global Handwashing Day by including a free 100ml bottle of Spirigel Complete with each order placed. The annual event has been running since 2008 and was created to raise awareness of the importance of clean hands. Here at MidMeds, we thought of no better way...

    Do branded painkillers work better than store-brand ones?       The Guardian's Saleyha Ahsan has explored whether there is really any difference between plain and fancy painkillers:   Like most people, I am not good with pain. So when period pains are setting in, I reach for the painkillers. I bypass the branded ones stacked at eye level on supermarket...

    MidMeds Social | October       Links to articles featured throughout the MidMeds social media network in October 2016   Monday 31st October A group of MPs says the government is incorrect to keep claiming it is allocating an extra £10bn to the NHS in England over the next five years. The Health Committee has written to the chancellor...