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 […]
Poor concentration, hyperactivity and learning difficulties are some signs that a child or adult might have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). What is ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common childhood-onset behavioural disorder. Those affected have a greatly reduced ability to maintain attention without being distracted, to […]
There are several types of eczema, which have different causes. The two most common are atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis. Atopic Dermatitis This condition (also called atopic eczema or infantile eczema) affects people with dry and rough skin (keratosis pilaris) and may be caused by a variety of allergens. It […]
With the holiday season in full swing one thing that can take the shine away from travel is if you suffer from travel sickness. Here is some information about how to avoid it and start your holiday from the minute you leave home. Travel or motion sickness is a condition […]
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 […]
If you shy away from eating vegetables, these tricks will help you get your recommended daily servings and enjoy them, too. Here are some top tips on getting your 5-a-day, even if you don´t like vegetables. But a word of warning…pardon the puns! Vegetables Are “Grate” – “One of my […]
Some experts say depression comes with a number of upsides. Here are seven ways the condition could actually make you healthier — and happier — once your symptoms get better. If you’ve ever grappled with depression, there’s a good chance you’ve got nothing pleasant to say about the illness — […]
If you smoke, giving up is probably the greatest single step you can take to improve your health. Impact on Health Smoking’s impact on public health is huge. In the years from 2007 to 2008 there were 1.4 million UK NHS hospital admissions for diseases caused by smoking. Smoking is […]
