Children's health
04 Jun 2004
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Autism or autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder affecting the brain and impairing communication, social interaction and creative play.
Children's health
29 Apr 2004
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children (child ADHD)
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ADHD or ADD, is characterised by hyperactivity, short attention span and difficulty with concentration.
Children's health
28 Apr 2004
Stress (anxiety)
Stress or anxiety is a common condition. A person feels too much demand, because of their life circumstances or putting too much pressure on themselves.
Children's Health
19 Apr 2004
Obesity
Obesity is a weight condition characterised by a body mass index (BMI) > 30. It significantly increases health risks like type 2 diabetes and heart…
Children's health
02 Jan 2004
Botulism
Botulism is an infection caused by eating food contaminated with Clostridium botulinum bacteria. Home-processed foods are the most common cause.
Bone
01 Jan 2004
Neck pain
Neck pain or stiff neck affect 10% of the population at any time. It is usually temporary but may cause dizziness and pain in other…
Bone
30 Dec 2003
Supraspinatus tendinitis (painful arc syndrome)
Supraspinatus tendinitis or painful arc syndrome is shoulder pain caused by inflammation or tears in the tendons of the shoulder joint.
Bone
29 Dec 2003
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
Tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis is inflammation of the elbow due to repetitive use. Most people affected are 40-60 years and do not play tennis.
Bone
26 Dec 2003
Osgood-Schlatter (OS) disease
Osgood-Schlatter disease causes pain at the knee or shin. It is related to muscle overuse in adolescents which rarely requires treatment.
