Skip to main content

On Wednesday 25th June, between 6am – 7am and 6pm – 6.15pm, we will be completing essential maintenance to our online booking system. For any appointment queries, our friendly team are here to help between 8am – 8pm via 0808 101 0337. Thank you for your patience and we are sorry for any inconvenience this has caused.

Health Matters

Health Matters Your guide to health and wellbeing

Expert advice for better living, helping you look after your body and mind View articles
Attractive older couple laughing with each other on a walk in the woods
19th June 2025Your body

Chest infection

A chest infection is an infection of your lungs that commonly follows a cold or the flu. There are many ways you can treat a chest infection and recover quickly. Read more
lung xray
11th June 2025Your stories

Hip Replacement Surgery at Winterbourne Hospital Kate Palframan's Story

Kate, a 54-year-old travel business owner from Dorchester, underwent hip replacement surgery at Winterbourne Hospital in 2024. Read more
illustration of the hip joint after a hip replacement showing the prosthesis in place
20th May 2025Your body

Gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis, often called the stomach flu, is a common condition that causes stomach pain, vomiting and diarrhoea. Read more
woman bent over experiencing unknown stomach pain causes
16th May 2025Your body

Gingivitis

Gingivitis is an early-stage gum disease that causes swollen, tender, bleeding gums. Untreated gingivitis can lead to more serious gum disease. Read more
dental health
8th May 2025Ask the expert

Is arthritis hereditary?

Consultant orthopaedic surgeon Professor Mark Wilkinson explains the findings of a recent study he co-authored, which looks into the genetic factors that contribute to osteoarthritis and sheds new light on a condition that affects an estimated 10 million people in the UK alone. Read more
close up of hands with thumb arthritis pain

More articles

View all

More articles

How do I book an appointment?

If you're concerned about symptoms you're experiencing or require further information on this subject, talk to a GP or see an expert consultant at your local Circle Hospital.

i