Hormones
22 Jan 2010
Basal Body Temperature Monitoring Contraceptive Method
Basal body temperature monitoring is a contraceptive method which relies on the woman monitoring her basal body temperature on a daily basis to determine the…
Hormones
08 Jan 2010
Sperm Health
Some known causes of male infertility include low sperm count or non-functioning sperm. Sperm health can be affected by several factors.
Pregnancy and Lifestyle
06 Jan 2010
Complications of Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a normal and natural event. However, it may pose risks to the mother. Complications can include ectopic pregnancy, placenta praevia, placental abruption, preeclampsia…
Pregnancy and Lifestyle
05 Jan 2010
Symptoms in Pregnancy
Symptoms commonly experienced during pregnancy include abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, nausea and vomiting and weight gain.
Blood
23 Dec 2009
Ring in the New Year
New Year’s Eve: It was the best of times, it was the worst of times … New Year’s Eve is possibly the biggest party of the year, often leading to the biggest hangover of the year. Do you recognise the words “I’m never drinking again”? We’ve all said them and…
Infections
22 Dec 2009
Healthy and safe sex on New Year’s Eve
New Year's Eve is traditionally associated with all-night parties. For many people it may involve a midnight kiss and subsequent sexual activity, which might occur…
Children's health
10 Dec 2009
Smoking and Passive Smoking during Pregnancy
Smoking or being exposed to tobacco smoke, either before or during pregnancy is associated with a range of poor pregnancy outcomes, including reduced fertility, an…
Men's Health
07 Dec 2009
Tips for Dealing with Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is extremely common, particularly for men with heart disease, diabetes or who have been treated for prostate cancer. It affects relationships and self…
Hormones
02 Dec 2009
Fertility Awareness Contraceptive Methods
Fertility awareness contraceptive methods prevent pregnancy by relying on a woman monitoring her fertility throughout the menstrual cycle and avoiding sex on days of the cycle…
