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Gastric banding: The LAP-BAND system
The LAP-BAND System is a device that helps obese people lose weight. It is placed around the first part of the stomach during (laparoscopic) surgery.
23 Jan 2008
Preventing Needle Stick Injuries
Needlestick injuries are common and concerning accidents for healthcare professionals, as needlesticks may cause infections like HIV and hepatitis C.
14 Jan 2008
Gastric Banding
Gastric banding is a proven weightloss technique. Here we look at Gastric banding, how it works, benefits and risks of Gastric banding.
11 Jan 2008
Blood Transfusions help Children with Sickle Cell Disease and Silent Strokes
A group of children who have sickle cell disease and who experience silent strokes showed some relief from the silent…
07 Jan 2008
Blood function and composition
Blood consists of blood cells, nutrients, protein and electrolytes, each of which play a role in blood functions like transporting oxygen.
03 Jan 2008
Lipoma
Lipomas are tumours of fatty tissues. They often look like lumps under the skin, but are usually harmless.
28 Dec 2007
Ear Infection Superbug Resistant to all Paediatric Antibiotics
Researchers have discovered a strain of bacteria resistant to all approved drugs used to fight ear infections in children, according…
03 Dec 2007
Holiday Safety Tips
The holidays are an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday season,…
26 Nov 2007
Hayfever (seasonal rhinitis)
Seasonal rhinitis or hay fever is an exaggerated response to an allergen (e.g. pollen), causing inflammation of the nose, itchy eyes and sneezing.
20 Nov 2007
