Acne is my favourite subject and one of the most satisfying conditions to treat as a Dermatologist. Because of my specialist interest in this subject, I am often asked for my thoughts on why the condition occurs and how it can be managed. Here is an extract from an interview I did with The Sunda...

What causes spots and blemishes? There are a number of potential causes for acne and any combination of these may be acting at the same time. 1. Genes play an important role. We know that a strong family history of acne and onset of acne at an early age can predict a more severe or persistent...

Sleep is increasingly recognised as being key to our general health and wellbeing, with sleep deprivation linked to car crashes, industrial disasters and other occupational errors. People who don’t get enough sleep are also more likely to have long-term health issues such as high blood pressure,...