OCD – One Minute Medical School
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder affects up to 2 per cent of the population. Did you know kids can get it from an infection? […]
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OCD – One Minute Medical School
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder affects up to 2 per cent of the population. Did you know kids can get it from an infection? […]
Staying safe on Bonfire night
Bonfire night celebrations are great fun for adults and kids alike. Unfortunately, darkness, fireworks, trailing fancy dress costumes and undercooked bangers can be a hazardous combination. According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, around 1000 people end up in hospital every year due to injuries caused by fireworks in the four week […]
Staying safe on Bonfire night
Bonfire night celebrations are great fun for adults and kids alike. Unfortunately, darkness, fireworks, trailing fancy dress costumes and undercooked bangers can be a hazardous combination. According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, around 1000 people end up in hospital every year due to injuries caused by fireworks in the four week […]
Why the PSA test is not pointless
The PSA test has long been considered the first line of defence against prostate cancer. A simple blood test, it measures the level of PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) in the blood. All men have some PSA in their blood, which is made by the prostate gland. High levels can indicate prostate cancer. This week, the […]
Why the PSA test is not pointless
The PSA test has long been considered the first line of defence against prostate cancer. A simple blood test, it measures the level of PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) in the blood. All men have some PSA in their blood, which is made by the prostate gland. High levels can indicate prostate cancer. This week, the […]
Common herbs and their uses
Herbalism is an ancient form of medicine. Herbs and plants can be used to treat a wide range of conditions ranging from burns, to ulcers, flatulence, laryngitis, insomnia and psoriasis. Here are some common herbs and their uses. Never take herbal supplements if you are on medication without checking with your doctor first. Echinacea: Echinacea […]
Common herbs and their uses
Herbalism is an ancient form of medicine. Herbs and plants can be used to treat a wide range of conditions ranging from burns, to ulcers, flatulence, laryngitis, insomnia and psoriasis. Here are some common herbs and their uses. Never take herbal supplements if you are on medication without checking with your doctor first. Echinacea: Echinacea […]
The glory of garlic
Garlic, a pungent bulb that is a rich source of manganese, selenium and vitamin C, has a long history of use as a medicinal plant and one with a host of established health benefits. According to a report published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, garlic boosts the body’s natural supply of hydrogen sulfide, which […]
The glory of garlic
Garlic, a pungent bulb that is a rich source of manganese, selenium and vitamin C, has a long history of use as a medicinal plant and one with a host of established health benefits. According to a report published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, garlic boosts the body’s natural supply of hydrogen sulfide, which […]