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Commuter ClinicA number of advanced appointments are available to see a Doctor outside the normal working day. World Hepatitus Day
Chicken Pox Chicken pox is a relatively harmless illness that mainly affects children. However, the virus can remain dormant in the body and cause shingles in adulthood. Cold SoresCold sores or fever blisters are the common names for herpes simplex. Cold sores are viral infection of the skin. Colds Even in the 21st Century there is no magic cure for colds. Antibiotics do not work on viruses. There are hundreds of cold viruses, that is why we can catch a cold frequently. Stomach AcheMost attacks of stomach pains are not serious and are usually caused by indigestion or wind. If the pain increases in intensity you should consult your doctor. NosebleedsA common problem! The bleeding comes from the central septum of the nose, which divides the two nostrils. |
On The Day Team (OTDT) Changes
Osteoporosis and diet Bone is a complicated structure consisting of minerals, vitamins and protein. The main mineral is calcium. There is over 1Kg of calcium present in the body, but 99% of this is found in the bones. Healthy eating Healthy Eating is all about getting the balance right. That is, the balance between all the different nutrients that exist in food and drinks. Healthy heart It is well recognised and accepted that there are many 'risk factors' for heart disease, many of which are lifestyle risk factors. Healthy bowels Today, cancer of the bowel is responsible for thousands of premature deaths a year. The role of diet in maintaining healthy bowels is indisputable and every year, it appears that more and more is understood about the development of disease in the lower end of the gut. Weight loss The risks of being overweight are many, ranging from painful feet and knees to coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer. The vast majority of people who are overweight would like to weigh less, but we know that instead of the incidence of overweight and obesity decreasing, it is in fact increasing. |
World Hepatitus Day, Monday 19th May. Approximately 1 in 12 of the world's population has chronic HBV or HCV infection...
As from Monday 31st March, the On The Day Team will be situated on the first floor instead of the ground floor...
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