Blood
30 Jan 2011
Labour and Birthing Positions
Options for positioning during labour are many and varied. Women instinctively use a variety of positions and movements to cope with the pain of the…
Gastro
21 Jan 2011
Congeners in Alcoholic Beverages
Congeners are biologically active chemicals and are often contained in alcoholic beverages, in addition to ethanol, the key biologically active ingredient of alcohol.
Children's health
20 Jan 2011
Coeliac Disease (Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy, Coeliac Sprue): Overview
Coeliac disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the small bowel. In genetically susceptible individuals, ingestion of gluten (a protein found in wheat, barley and…
Gastro
12 Jan 2011
Diarrhoea (video)
Diarrhoea is a gastrointestinal disorder cause by infection. Symptoms include watery poos or loose bowel movements and should be checked by a doctor.
Chronic Pain
12 Jan 2011
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) – Video
Irritable bowel syndrome is a gastrointestinal condition that causes diarrhoea, bloating and cramping. It is not inflammatory bowel disease.
Children's health
12 Oct 2010
Toilet Training
Going to the bathroom is something we all do every day. At some point, though, we need to learn about it. Dr Joe Kosterich talks…
Gastro
12 Oct 2010
Dr Joe: Bed Wetting
Bedwetting or nocturnal enuresis is a common condition of children urinating while sleeping. Bedwetting alarms and other treatments can be used.
Gastro
12 Oct 2010
Bowel health in adults: Dr Joe Kosterich
Healthy eating aids bowel health and daily bowel movements. Adding fibre to the diet or fibre supplements can help relieve constipation.
Gastro
12 Oct 2010
Bowel Health: Babies and Children
Bowel movements in babies are common, and bowel habits change with what babies and children eat. If they cause tummy pains, they should be checked…
