In 2017 pap smears for screening and prevention of cancer of the cervix will come to an end. They’ll be replaced with HPV tests, which are considered mo...
Bacteria don't deserve to only have a bad reputation. Most are harmless. Less than 1 % cause illness and disease. And trillions of other bacteria on your skin, ...
Best exercise for weight loss
It’s essential to combine exercise with a healthy diet if you want to lose weight. But what type of exercise is best?
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FLU IS HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS
Influenza is a highly contagious respiratory infection. Last year it hit Australia hard with more than 68,000 laboratory confirm...
Depression can happen at any stage of life. However, it's more likely during pregnancy and the first year of motherhood. Fortunately, you can help reduce the ri...
It's always good to take responsibility for your own health. But it's also recommended to speak with a healthcare professional when doing so. Do-it-yourself (DI...
It's normal to develop some mild forgetfulness as you get older. Dementia, in contrast, is a disease of the brain that severely reduces memory and thinking ...
Not doing something now, in order to avoid harm in the future, is important for good health. Not overeating, for example, can prevent obesity later in life. Sim...
If you think your child is gifted, you may well be right. Parents can become aware very early on that their child's behaviour is different to other children. Bu...
Children have on average up to 10 colds each year. And because colds are caused by 200 different viruses (germs), they can have several colds one after the othe...
