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Vasectomy
Vasectomy is a surgical procedure for male sterilisation. It involves severing the vas deferens and blocking or tying one or both of the severed ends. This…
21 Apr 2009
Mediterranean diet
A Mediterranean diet is a diet based on plant foods. It is high in N-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and phytochemicals. Fat intake under the Mediterranean…
01 Oct 2008
Metabolic Syndrome and Diet
Metabolic syndrome is a prediabetes condition that causes cardiovascular disease. Healthy eating of a diabetic diet prevents progression to diabetes.
28 Aug 2008
Gestational diabetes mellitus (pregnancy diabetes)
Gestational diabetes mellitus is glucose intolerance diagnosed during pregnancy. It is usually temporary but may affect mother and baby's health.
14 Aug 2008
Cold and Flu Prevention
Cold and flu can be prevented, even during winter. A flu shot helps prevent flu, but there is no vaccine for the common cold so…
27 Jul 2008
Staying Healthy During Plane Travel
Staying Healthy During Plane Travel - Information on Health problems related to travelling on a plane and how to avoid these conditions, written by health…
07 Jul 2008
Discussing Obesity With a Friend or Loved One
Discussing obesity - Obesity (Weight) how to communicate with a loved one or friend about their weight written by health professionals
03 Jul 2008
Cholesterol Testing
A cholesterol test is a simple blood test carried out to measure the levels of these two cholesterol types in the blood, and the levels…
19 Jun 2008
Obesity and Fertility
Obesity may be defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. It is a medical condition in which excess body fat builds…
10 Jun 2008
