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Mindfulness

Mindfulness

Mindfulness is a technique in which a person becomes intentionally aware of their thoughts and actions in the present moment, non-judgementally. It is attracting increasing…

18 Jun 2007

Bullying compounds the problems for an epidemic of obese children

Bullying compounds the problems for an epidemic of obese children

Bullying is a common problem for primary school and high school aged children. The self reported rate of bullying is…

31 May 2007

PPIs (Proton Pump Inhibitors)

PPIs (Proton Pump Inhibitors)

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a commonly prescribed class of medications whose main action is to create a pronounced and long-lasting reduction of stomach acid…

25 May 2007

Surgical Treatment of a Skin Cancer or Other Lesion

Surgical Treatment of a Skin Cancer or Other Lesion

Surgical removal of skin cancer lesions is a common skin cancer treatment performed by GPs to remove cancerous growth and prevent regrowth.

17 May 2007

Being bullying aware

Being bullying aware

Bullying occurs when a person is repeatedly, and over time, exposed to negative comments or actions by another person. These negative actions can cause physical…

16 May 2007

Abortion

Abortion

An abortion is the termination of a pregnancy, resulting in the removal or expulsion of the contents of the uterus, usually carried out to avoid…

10 May 2007

Dental health for babies and young children

Dental health for babies and young children

It is very important that children's primary teeth be looked after. Dental hygiene is important for preventing tooth decay, and shoud begin at birth.

02 May 2007

Blood Clotting: Assessment Before Surgery

Blood Clotting: Assessment Before Surgery

Adequate blood clotting is very important if you are about to have a surgical procedure. Modern surgical techniques have resulted in an overall decrease in…

10 Apr 2007

Day Surgery Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (DSTURP)

Day Surgery Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (DSTURP)

Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) involves using a thin tube, passed up through the urethra, to see and remove a bladder obstruction. The length of…

09 Feb 2007