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Crohn's Disease

Crohn's Disease

Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that causes abdominal pain, fever, changes in bowel movements and blood in stools.

21 Mar 2011

Alcohol hangovers

Alcohol hangovers

An alcohol hangover refers to the mental, emotional and physical symptoms which an individual experiences after they have consumed alcohol. A hangover occurs when the…

21 Jan 2011

Food Allergies and Sensitivities (Video)

Food Allergies and Sensitivities (Video)

Food allergies and insensitivities like peanut allergy, milk allergy and gluten intolerance can cause rash, other allergy symptoms or anaphylaxis.

12 Jan 2011

Contraception: Morning After Pill

Contraception: Morning After Pill

The morning after pill or day after pill is an emergency contraceptive method that can prevent pregnancy up to 72 hours after unprotected sex.

12 Oct 2010

Bowel health in adults: Dr Joe Kosterich

Bowel health in adults: Dr Joe Kosterich

Healthy eating aids bowel health and daily bowel movements. Adding fibre to the diet or fibre supplements can help relieve constipation.

12 Oct 2010

What is Caffeine?

What is Caffeine?

Caffeine is a natural substance found in more than 60 plant species including tea leaves, coffee beans, guarana and cocoa seeds. It belongs to a…

06 Jul 2010

Caffeine Consumption in Adults

Caffeine Consumption in Adults

Research shows that most adults can consume up to 400mg of caffeine per day, without negatively affecting their health. In Australia, it is recommended that…

06 Jul 2010

Testosterone Deficiency, Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome

Testosterone Deficiency, Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome

Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism) is associated with many chronic health conditions, including type 2 diabetes mellitus and other metabolic disorders.

17 Jun 2010

How will I know when I am in labour?

How will I know when I am in labour?

The start of labour is identified by regular coordinated contractions (feeling of tightening with pain), which cause the cervix to become shorter, then dilate.

06 Apr 2010