Children's health
30 Nov 2011
Bed wetting (nocturnal enuresis)
Nocturnal enuresis refers to bed wetting in a child over 5 years of age. It can negatively affect emotional health but can be treated in…
Diet & Foods
24 Nov 2011
Orange Ginger Christmas Cake
A recipe for Christmas cake with the spice of ginger and the tang of orange. Quick and easy to prepare, it makes a perfect dessert…
Diseases
23 Nov 2011
Focal hyperhidrosis
Focal hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating that occurs at one or more specific sites, such as the armpits or palms of the hand. There is no…
Anatomy
21 Nov 2011
Sweating (perspiration)
Sweating is the primary means of regulating body temperature. Sweat is a clear, odourless solution secreted by 4 million sweat glands in the skin.
Chronic Pain
16 Nov 2011
Back Pain (Video)
Back pain may be caused by muscle strain, spinal injury or herniated disc. It can be treated with painkillers or, rarely, surgery.
Blood
16 Nov 2011
Blood donation: Dr Joe
Blood donation or plasma donation, that is giving blood to a blood bank, is a simple procedure that enables blood transfusions and can save lives.
Videos
16 Nov 2011
Managing Diabetes (Video)
Managing type 2 diabetes mellitus is achieved by eating healthy food for diabetics (a diabetic meal plan) and doing regular exercise or physical activity.
Gastro
16 Nov 2011
Glycaemic index: Dr Joe Kosterich
The glycaemic index is a measure of sugar or the glycaemic load of food. It is used to categorise low GI foods and high GI…
Diet & Foods
16 Nov 2011
Strawberry custard pudding recipe
A recipe for strawberry and custard pudding, perfect for a quick and healthy mid-week dessert. Serve with fresh berries for a healthy burst of vitamins.
