Fear of the white coat could cause a spike in your blood pressure

We often anticipate negative news when we consult a doctor, as we usually only see them when we are unwell. — Shutterstock

Hamida (not her real name), 51, dislikes going to the doctor.

She equates the medical setting with negative outcomes and is edgy whenever it’s time for her appointment, which is once every three or six months at a public hospital.