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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. MeaslesThe measles virus is highly infectious. However immunisation can prevent it. Constipation This is a common problem as we get older, since we do not eat so much, nor do we take as much exercise. German MeaslesGerman Measles is infectious from two days before the rash appears, until the rash disappears in about four or five days from that date. FluMost people will have had the 'flu at some point. It is a very unpleasant experience but most people recover. Sunburn Prevention is better than cure! Children are particularly susceptible to sunburn and great care should be taken to avoid over-exposure to the harmful effects of the sun. |
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Healthy heart It is well recognised and accepted that there are many 'risk factors' for heart disease, many of which are lifestyle risk factors. 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. 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. 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. |
The length of a standard doctors appointment is 10 minutes. Please advise the receptionist if you require more than 10 minutes with the doctor.
It is essential that you book an appointment to see the nurse at least 6 weeks before your departure date.
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