Neurology

Anatomy 24 Jul 2008

DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)

DNA is a very important chemical that contains all of a living cell's genetic material. DNA contains all the information required for cell growth, function…

Blood 07 Jul 2008

Staying Healthy During Plane Travel

Staying Healthy During Plane Travel - Information on Health problems related to travelling on a plane and how to avoid these conditions, written by health…

Children's health 01 Jul 2008

Jet lag

Jet lag, also known as circadian dysynchronism or flight dysrhythmia, is a temporary condition caused by rapid air travel across multiple time zones. It is…

Bone 06 Jun 2008

Pilates

Pilates: Pilates is a low impact form of exercise designed to increase core stability. Commonly used in the past for rehabilitation by dancers, Pilates is…

Children's health 26 May 2008

FDA warns consumers against using mommy’s bliss nipple cream

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use or purchase Mommy’s Bliss Nipple Cream, marketed by MOM Enterprises, Inc., because the product contains potentially harmful ingredients that may cause respiratory distress or vomiting and diarrhoea in infants. The product is promoted to nursing mothers to help…

Diseases 23 May 2008

Dry eye syndrome (keratoconjunctivitis sicca)

Dry eye syndrome or keratoconjunctivitis sicca refers to eye irritation caused by reduced tear production, resulting in dry, red eyes.

Bone 20 May 2008

Dementia: 10 minute exercises to improve your physical and mental health

This video of exercises for seniors includes chair exercises and balance exercises to maintain movement, strengthen muscles and improve health and fitness.

Mental Health 20 May 2008

Dementia: How Alzheimer’s Disease affects you and your carer

Living with dementia and providing dementia care can be difficult. Watch tips and advice from doctors and people with Alzheimer’s disease in this video.