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How to treat head lice at home
Head lice are a common problem especially among young children. A number of different treatment options are available to help get rid of head lice.
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How to treat minor burns and scalds at home
Knowing how to treat a burn or scald correctly can help to minimize scarring, alleviate pain and enable the burn to heal more quickly.
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Understanding and coping with depression
Recognizing depression and knowing how best to deal with can help those suffering from this mood disorder with their recovery.
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Probiotics and IBS - what you need to know
The right combination of probiotics can help you manage the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
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Psoriasis types and locations - what you need to know
Psoriasis isn’t a ‘one size fits all’ condition. Learn more about the five types of psoriasis and where they might appear.
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High-fiber foods - a diet guide
Getting enough fiber in your diet is not just essential for maintaining a healthy digestive system, it could also benefit your health in other ways.
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How to care for minor wounds at home
Minor open wounds such as cuts, grazes and scratches can be easily treated at home with basic first aid items. Here's how.
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What to know about iron deficiency anaemia
Iron is an essential nutrient needed to maintain energy levels and keep you healthy. A lack of iron can lead to iron deficiency anaemia if left untreated.
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5 Natural homemade clove remedies for toothache
Clove is a natural remedy that can be used to help temporarily ease toothache pain while you're waiting to see your dentist.
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Severe toothache pain: 9 Natural home remedies and OTC options
Natural home remedies and over-the-counter (OTC) products can be used to temporarily relieve toothache pain until you can visit your dentist.
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How do you test for a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Urinalysis or urine testing is a simple and quick test that is commonly used to help diagnose urinary tract infections (UTIs).
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Can I treat and prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) at home without antibiotics?
There are numerous home remedies that claim to treat or prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs), but they're not well-studied and the evidence is mixed.
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First aid kits - the essentials
First aid kits are an important tool to have in your home, car or when travelling far from home.
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How does cranberry juice help a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Proanthocyanidins, a substance found in cranberries, may keep harmful bacteria from clinging to the bladder wall.
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How long does a urinary tract infection (UTI) last?
A number of factors can affect how long a urinary tract infection (UTI) lasts including how severe it is, what caused it and the treatment taken for it.
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Caffeine withdrawal: How to beat the symptoms while breaking the habit
Caffeine is addictive and can be hard to quit, but withdrawing caffeine from your daily routine can benefit your health and mental wellbeing.
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What antibiotics are commonly used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
A handful of antibiotics are commonly used to treat most urinary tract infections (UTIs), which are often caused by a bacteria called Escherichia coli (E.coli)
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Can sex cause a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Sex can lead to a urinary tract infection (UTI), although it’s not technically the cause.
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Can a urinary tract infection (UTI) affect your period?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can't directly affect your menstrual period, but the two do share a symptom and risk factor.
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Ulcerative colitis - foods to eat and avoid
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Choosing the right foods to eat and avoid can help you manage your symptoms.
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How to relieve urinary tract infection (UTI) pain
Certain over-the-counter pain medications can be used alongside antibiotics and other self care options to help alleviate the pain caused by a UTI.
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Early warning signs of rheumatoid arthritis
Stiff, painful and tender joints? Feeling exhausted, depressed and generally unwell? Learn more about the early signs of rheumatoid arthritis.
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Boosting mental wellbeing with exercise
Exercise has many benefits on physical and mental health wellbeing. A few minutes of physical activity a day can have a positive impact on your mood.
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5 Natural remedies used for psoriatic arthritis
There is no cure for psoriatic arthritis, but natural remedies used alongside other medications are used by some people to help manage their symptoms.
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Protecting yourself from wildfire smoke
Wildfire smoke can make it hard to breathe and cause other health issues. Put a plan in place to protect yourself from smoke inhalation.
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Rheumatoid arthritis - best foods to eat or avoid
Some foods have been shown to help your body fight inflammation, while others may worsen inflammation
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What happens if an antibiotic doesn't work for a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Don't ignore symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) if they are not improving or are getting worse despite taking an antibiotic.
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Lowering cholesterol: Foods to eat and foods to avoid
Eating a healthy diet along with other lifestyle changes can help lower high cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
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Are urinary tract infections (UTIs) contagious?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are commonly caused by a bacteria found in your gut. If UTIs are not something you typically catch, what causes them to develop?
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Lactose intolerance - foods to eat and foods to avoid
Lactose intolerace is the inability to digest lactose in dairy foods. Knowing what foods to eat and avoid can help manage your symptoms of lactose intolerance.
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How long do ulcerative colitis flare-ups last?
People with ulcerative colitis experience bouts of symptoms or “flare-ups,” which are unpredictable and can last for days, weeks or even months.
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COVID-19: How to look after your face mask
It is important to keep your face mask clean and fresh. Here are some tips for the best way to regularly clean and sanitize your face mask.
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How long can you live with multiple sclerosis?
Most people with multiple sclerosis (MS) will have a normal or close to normal life expectancy and die from something other than MS.
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How long does a rheumatoid arthritis flare-up last?
Rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups can last for hours, days, weeks or even months, depending on the triggering event.
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How often should I have a colonoscopy with ulcerative colitis?
If you have ulcerative colitis, you may need a colonoscopy as often as every 1 to 3 years.
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Is there a blood test for rheumatoid arthritis?
There is no specific blood test that can diagnose rheumatoid arthritis. However, several blood tests together can provide clues.
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Ulcerative colitis vs Crohn’s disease: Which is worse?
Which inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is worse really depends on you and whether you have mild, moderate or severe disease.
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What are the stages of rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis can be divided into four stages of disease progression: the early stage, the moderate stage, the severe stage and the end stage.
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What is the life expectancy of someone with ulcerative colitis?
With ulcerative colitis, you can expect to live as long a life as you would if you didn’t have the disease.
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How do you test for multiple sclerosis?
No single test can diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS), so your doctor will interpret several test results together.
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What does rheumatoid arthritis feel like?
If you feel aching pain, stiffness and swelling in your joints over several weeks or longer, it may be a sign of rheumatoid arthritis.
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Long term prevention of type 2 diabetes - is it possible?
Twenty-two years is a long time to stave off type 2 diabetes, but researchers have found that people at high risk of the disease were able to do just that.
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Early psoriatic arthritis: What are the first signs?
Recognizing the early signs and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis is important to avoid delays in diagnosis and starting treatment.
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COVID-19 reinfection possible - Hong Kong, Belgium and the Netherlands confirm cases
The first documented case of SARS-CoV-2 reinfection in a recovered COVID-19 patient has quickly been followed by other confirmed reinfection cases.
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What to know about add-on therapy in type 1 diabetes - adding something extra to insulin treatment
Add-on therapies are being investigated in people with type 1 diabetes in the hope that they can help overcome the problems with standalone insulin treatment.
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The 5 types and 6 key domains of psoriatic arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis is categorized into five different types. To better describe how this disease appears in different people six key domains are also used.
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Face Mask Pitfalls: Maskne
Maskne is a type of acne that can develop after wearing a face mask. We have some tips on preventing and treating it.
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Preventing damage caused by Alzheimer’s disease before it starts - an important step forward
Scientists are making progress on identifying ways to detect Alzheimer’s before it causes damage, as well as reduce the chances of developing it altogether.
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The risky business of rushing a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine to market
To stop the COVID-19 pandemic, SARS-CoV-2 vaccines are being fast-tracked through development. However, this is causing many to worry about the risks of rushing
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COVID-19: Uncovering associated neurological conditions
Investigation of 43 COVID-19 patients who developed neurological conditions enabled a UK multidisciplinary team to better categorize such illnesses.
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Preventing heart disease with gene editing - promising results in monkeys
One day we might be able to protect against coronary artery disease with a one-off gene editing treatment, according to Verve Therapeutics' study results.
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EndeavorRx: An FDA approved video game and digital therapeutic
EndeavorRx is the first video game to be approved by the FDA and falls into a category of products called digital therapeutics. It is used to treat ADHD.
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How does Pick’s disease progress?
Pick's disease tends to progress faster than other types of dementia such as Alzheimer's disease.
