Blood
23 Oct 2009
Oral mucositis and nutrition
Mucositis can have a very severe impact on a patient's ability to eat and drink. Nutritional support is an essential component of cancer treatment and…
Anatomy
18 Oct 2009
Oral mucosa
The oral mucosa or "skin" inside the mouth covers most of the oral cavity apart from the teeth. It acts as a barrier and protects…
Diseases
09 Oct 2009
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults (adult ADHD)
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults is a behavioural syndrome characterised by hyperactivity, impulsivity and/or inattention.
Children's health
18 Sep 2009
Bonding With Your Baby During Pregnancy
Bonding with a baby during pregnancy refers to a process through which a pregnant woman experiences feelings and emotions for her foetus, interacts with her…
Chronic Pain
14 Sep 2009
Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN; pain after shingles)
Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) or enduring pain after shingles is a complication of herpes zoster (shingles) that mainly effects the elderly.
Cancer
28 Aug 2009
Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
Xerostomia (dry mouth) is the subjective feeling of oral dryness, which may or may not be associated with a problem with the salivary glands. It…
Cancer
28 Aug 2009
Dental hygiene (proper brushing and flossing techniques)
Developing good dental hygiene is extremely important in fighting against dental problems such as dental caries, gum disease and halitosis, which are mostly the result…
Children's health
26 Aug 2009
Pit and Fissure Sealants
A fissure sealant is a material that essentially covers the grooves of teeth. Protecting deep grooves reduces the chance of tooth decay on the top…
Children's health
18 Aug 2009
Energy Expenditure: How the Body Burns Calories
The human body converts the food consumed by the individual into energy. Energy produced from food in the human body is used to maintain the…
