Scarlet fever and streptococcal infections – What are they?
Scarlet fever and streptococcal infections – What are they? What is a Streptococcal infection? These infections are caused by several…
Diabetes
How does men’s health differ from women’s?
Currently, a shocking 1 in 5 men will die before their 65th birthday. On average, women live five years longer…
Excessive weight gain during pregnancy
Weight gain is a common phenomenon during pregnancy, but excessive gain may be a sign of adverse health issues for…
Study describes brain pathology of domestic violence
A major international brain autopsy study of women who had experienced intimate partner violence reveals substantial damage in the brain,…
Avocado: The green ally in the fight against diabetes
In honour of World Diabetes Day on 14 November 2023, the World Avocado Organization is putting the limelight on a…
Technology solutions to keep older people safe and independent
Older people are often desperate for both independence and connection. ‘Aging in place’ – enabling someone to remain in their…
How to help someone having a heart attack
How Common are Heart Attacks? Hospital admission following a heart attack stand at around 100,000 a year in the UK.…
Heart attacks in women: Not just a man’s problem
The British Heart Foundation are campaigning for more people to recognise the signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women. Many people…
Childhood risk factors for sleep apnoea in middle age
Childhood risk factors for sleep apnoea in middle age identified in long-term study: Researchers from the University of Melbourne have been…
When to prefer natural remedies over conventional medicine
Natural remedies: When should they be used in preference to conventional medicine? In a world where modern medicine often takes center…