Women's Health

Children's health 29 Jun 2005

Atopic dermatitis (eczema)

Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a chronic skin disease which runs in families. It is an allergic reaction causing the skin to become red, dry…

Diseases 22 Jun 2005

Frontotemporal dementia (Pick's disease)

Frontotemporal dementia (Pick's disease) is a form of dementia characterised by gradual mental decline. It may affect speaking, memory and behaviour.

Men's Health 07 Jun 2005

Urinary Incontinence – Types, Investigation and Treatment

Urinary incontinence refers to loss of bladder control which may cause involuntary urination or urine leakage, but can be treated with surgery or medicine.

Chronic Pain 24 May 2005

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder is a form of PMS that causes severe emotional and physical problems in the two weeks before a woman's menstrual period.

Blood 18 May 2005

Anaemia

Anaemia is the general name for a range of disorders affecting red blood cells. Red blood cells contain haemoglobin, which is responsible for carrying oxygen…

Cancer 14 May 2005

Fever

Fever or increased body temperature is a symptom of many diseases including cold and flu, ear infection, respiratory infection and scarlet fever.

Chronic Pain 12 May 2005

Dysmenorrhoea (period pain; menstrual cramps)

Dysmenorrhoea is commonly known as period pain. It affects women before or during their menstrual period. Like endometriosis, the cause is unknown.

Blood 15 Apr 2005

Health Benefits of Quitting Smoking

WHO estimates that about 5 million people around the world die from smoking every year. With the extensive knowledge we possess regarding the detrimental health effects…

Cancer 15 Apr 2005

Preventing Cancer: Ultraviolet Radiation

UV radiation from the sun and solaria (tanning beds) causes skin cancer. Limiting exposure to UV light is the best way to prevent skin cancer.