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Welcome to The Health Perspective, where we explore how health fits into our everyday lives. Dr Gordon created this space to share reliable health information from his years of experience as a GP. The blog offers thoughtful insights to help you better understand your health and make informed decisions. We believe access to clear, trustworthy medical knowledge is essential to your healthcare journey.
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Alcohol and Breast Cancer Risk: What Really Raises Your Risk?
By Dr Daniel Gordon
What really increases your risk of breast cancer? Dr Daniel Gordon and Dr Liz O’Riordan explore alcohol, HRT, weight, family history and lifestyle, while cutting through common myths about deodorants, bras, sugar, stress and more.
Adult Health Checks: What Should You Actually Be Checking as You Get Older?
By Dr Daniel Gordon
What should you actually be checking as you get older? Dr Daniel Gordon explains the health checks he considers most useful, which blood tests may be worth doing, and why preventive care should be based on your individual risk rather than testing for everything.
High Blood Pressure: Why You Can Feel Fine and Still Need to Know Your Numbers
By Dr Daniel Gordon
High blood pressure often causes no symptoms, which is why knowing your numbers matters. Dr Daniel Gordon answers the common questions he hears in clinic about blood pressure, what counts as high and what you can do about it.
Back to School Health: A GP's Guide to Keeping Children Well This Term
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Back to school means earlier mornings, changing routines and the return of coughs, colds and stomach bugs. Dr Daniel Gordon shares his practical advice for keeping children well, knowing when they can go to school and recognising when it's time to see a GP.
Breast Cancer Symptoms: The Changes You Should Never Ignore
By Dr Daniel Gordon
A breast lump is not the only possible sign of breast cancer. In the first of a four-part video series with Dr Liz O’Riordan, I explain the breast changes you should know about, what they may mean and when to speak to your GP.
The Most Common Health Problems During Summer and How to Stay Well
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Summer brings its own health challenges. Dr Daniel Gordon explains the most common conditions seen during the warmer months, why they happen and what you can do to reduce your risk.
Heat and Dehydration in Older People: Why London Summers Can Be Dangerous
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Hot weather can affect older and vulnerable people much more quickly than expected. Dr Daniel Gordon explains the warning signs of dehydration, dizziness and heat exhaustion, how heat can worsen heart and lung conditions, and what families and carers should look out for.
Travel Vaccinations From the UK: What to Check Before Your Summer Holiday
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Travelling abroad may involve more than packing a suitcase. Dr Daniel Gordon explains when to check your travel vaccinations, what medicines you may need and how to prepare safely before your summer holiday.
School Holiday Health for Children: Top Tips to Keep Families Well This Summer
By Dr Daniel Gordon
The school holidays are a chance for children to rest, play and enjoy more time outdoors, but they can also disrupt sleep, eating habits and routines. Dr Daniel Gordon shares practical tips to help families keep children active, hydrated, sun safe and well throughout the summer.
BBQs, Food Poisoning and Gut Health: How to Eat Safely This Summer
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Summer BBQs and outdoor meals can increase the risk of food poisoning if food is not cooked, stored or handled safely. Dr Daniel Gordon explains the simple food safety steps that help protect your gut health and when symptoms need medical attention.
How to Stay Well During a London Heatwave and When to Seek Help
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Heatwaves can increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke, especially for older adults, young children, pregnant women and people with long-term health conditions. Dr Daniel Gordon explains how to stay cool, drink enough fluids, recognise warning signs and know when to seek medical advice.
Asthma in Summer: Why Heat, Pollen and Pollution Can Make Symptoms Worse
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Asthma symptoms can become harder to manage during summer, especially in hot weather, high pollen days or periods of poor air quality. Dr Daniel Gordon explains why heat, pollen, pollution and thunderstorms can affect the airways, how to reduce your risk, and when worsening symptoms need a proper review.
Antidepressants and Sexual Dysfunction: What Your Doctor Should Be Telling You
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Sexual side effects from antidepressants are common, but they are often not discussed properly. Dr Daniel Gordon, a private GP in London, explains how SSRIs can affect libido, arousal, orgasm and sexual confidence, why these symptoms should not be ignored, and what options may help, including dose review, switching medication and targeted treatments.
Metabolic Health Screening at 40: The Essential Tests Every Man Should Know
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Many serious health conditions in men begin years before symptoms appear. Dr Daniel Gordon, a private GP in London, explains why metabolic health screening at 40 can help identify early signs of insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular risk. This article covers key tests including body composition analysis, HbA1c, fasting glucose, lipid profile and Lipoprotein(a).
Why Nighttime Bathroom Trips in Men Can Signal Underlying Health Issues
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Waking up several times a night to urinate is often dismissed as ageing, but nocturia in men can be a sign of something more. Dr Daniel Gordon, a London GP, explains why nighttime urination should be assessed properly and how causes can include fluid habits, prostate enlargement, sleep apnoea, diabetes, kidney function, heart health and medication.
The Common but Often Missed Cause of Abdominal Pain in Children
By Dr Daniel Gordon
Recurrent tummy pain in children is often worrying for parents, especially when nothing serious is found. In many cases, constipation is the hidden cause. Dr Daniel Gordon, a London GP, explains how childhood constipation develops, why it is often missed, and what parents should understand about symptoms, overflow soiling, treatment and long-term recovery.