One service that we have been asked for many times in the past is assistance with repatriation. Often if a person falls in while holidaying in Mallorca or even has an accident and breaks a leg – the logistics of returning to your home country can be a little bit daunting. That […]
Doctors need to start counting “obese years”, say experts. Experts say the health hazards of obesity may have been grossly underestimated because we are not measuring the condition adequately. Risk calculations have focused on severity of weight gain alone and not how long it persists. Latest research suggests every additional […]
What are Bunions? A bunion is an abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toe, often (but not always) accompanied by movement of the alignment of the big toe so it no longer points straight ahead but towards the other toes. Although they’re more common in […]
What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition where the bones become thin and weak, and break easily. It frequently goes undiagnosed until a fracture occurs, as there are no warning signs. The spine, wrist and hips are particularly vulnerable to fracture. Osteoporosis Causes The bones are a living tissue, just […]
Causes of Flu Flu is a viral infection. It’s passed on when people breathe in liquid droplets containing the influenza virus that have been sneezed or coughed into the air, or when people touch objects contaminated with the virus. The virus can cause infections all year round, but in the […]
What is Food Poisoning? It’s estimated there are more than nine million cases of gastroenteritis each year in England. For an increasing number of people, it’s due to food poisoning, something that’s preventable. Gastroenteritis describes symptoms affecting digestion, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach pain. Food poisoning is the […]
What is a Stroke? A Stroke is a brain attack. For your brain to function, it needs a constant blood supply, which provides vital nutrients and oxygen to the brain cells. A stroke happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off and brain cells are […]
We often hear warnings about cholesterol. However, your body actually needs some cholesterol to stay healthy. This article explains the different types of cholesterol and what you can do to keep your cholesterol levels healthy. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a type of fat. It’s found in all the cells […]
The menopause is sometimes known as the ‘change of life’ and is marked by the ending of menstruation (when a woman’s periods stop). A woman’s periods do not usually stop suddenly. They generally become less frequent, the odd period is missed and then they stop altogether. When it Happens In […]
Alzheimer’s is a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time, becoming severe enough to interfere with daily tasks. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Basics Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, a general term for memory loss and […]
