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
25 Aug 2009
Breastfeeding as a Contraceptive Method (Lactational Amenorrhoea Method)
Lactational amenorrhoea is a method of contraception based on the natural phase of infertility that occurs with breastfeeding shortly after birth which is due to low…
Blood
20 Aug 2009
Pregnancy: Vaginal Bleeding
Vaginal bleeding can occur early in the pregnancy (spotting) or late (antepartum haemorrhage) and should be investigated by a medical professional.
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…
Men's Health
07 Aug 2009
Withdrawal Contraceptive Method
The withdrawal contraceptive method is a natural family planning method of contraception in which the male partner interrupts intercourse, so that he can withdraw his penis…
Cancer
31 Jul 2009
Making a decision on circumcision
Male circumcision is a surgical procedure which involves the removal of the foreskin (also known as the prepuce) of the penis.
Blood
30 Jul 2009
What are drugs? An introduction to pharmacology
A drug is a chemical that interacts with proteins in the body to affect a physiological function. This is the general idea behind all medicine.…
Children's health
30 Jul 2009
How Facial Hygiene Can Affect the Eyes
Preventing exposure of the eyes to foreign substances and damage as a result of such exposure is simple and can be achieved largely through keeping…
Hormones
29 Jul 2009
How Sexually Transmitted Infections Affect Sperm Health
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have a range of negative health affects, including reduced male fertility. Avoiding STIs is therefore an important measure men can take to maximise…
