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Integrative oncology: A primer

Integrative oncology: A primer

The term integrative oncology appears in the international cancer literature to describe the use of scientifically-proven complementary therapies alongside more conventional medical treatments.

25 Jan 2007

Brain anatomy

Brain anatomy

The human brain may be classified into several parts, including the cerebellum, parietal lobe, frontal lobe, temporal lobe and occipital lobe.

11 Jan 2007

Bones in the balance

Bones in the balance

In the beginning, there’s soft cartilage. Then the cells go to work. Calcium salts and phosphorus are pulled from the…

11 Oct 2006

Pregnancy Advice: An Overview

Pregnancy Advice: An Overview

Preconception care refers to a set of interventions that aim to optimise a woman's health before she conceives. The interventions address her current health by…

25 Jul 2006

Steatorrhoea

Steatorrhoea

Steatorrhoea is a symptom of malabsorption syndrmes like coeliac disease. It causes pale, smelly and loose stools with a high fat content.

12 Jul 2006

Localised scleroderma (morphoea)

Localised scleroderma (morphoea)

Localised scleroderma refers to thickening of the skin as a result of connective tissue accumulation. It may cause swelling, plaques or other skin lesions.

30 Jun 2006

Nontraumatic spinal cord injury

Nontraumatic spinal cord injury

Nontraumatic spinal cord injury is an injury to the spine which is not caused by sudden trauma like a car accident. Causes include infection and…

16 May 2006

Urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence refers to the involuntary leakage of urine. It affects all age groups and causes psychological distress and functional problems.

16 May 2006

Nutrition in Children

Nutrition in Children

Child nutrition program food for healthy young children avoiding malnutrition diet

16 May 2006