Christmas health-busters
An article about how to survive Christmas, physically and emotionally. Around Christmas time, many of the kilos packed on are due to snacks that lie around the house. Go easy on the chocolates and nuts, they are full of joules and are unnecessary ... [... more]
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Dermatitis herpetiformis
Like coeliac disease dermatitis herpetiformis is predominantly seen in Caucasians. It generally presents in adult life, and is more common in men than in women. Few people with DH have gastro-intestinal symptoms typical of coeliac disease, but up ... [... more]
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Transient ischaemic attack - Better Health Channel.
A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is a mini-stroke that warns of an impending stroke within hours, days, weeks or months. The symptoms of a TIA only last a short time, followed by a full recovery. A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is caused by ... [... more]
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Acne action: three drug-free alternatives
Skin follicles clogged by excessive sebum or dead cells become the perfect breeding ground for a bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes. The immune system rushes to the rescue, and lesions or pustules are formed. There are several reasons for ... [... more]
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Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS)
Fibromyalgia syndrome This information has been provided by Arthritis Victoria (03) 8531 8000 It is important that you ask your doctor about any concerns you have. [... more]
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Healthy breakfast choices
Cons: toasted muesli is loaded with fat; baked is a better choice. Cow's milk is high in saturated fat and can contribute to allergic symptoms. Pros: oats are a good source of fibre and vitamin Bs and are slow to absorb in the bloodstream. Oats ... [... more]
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Getting fit and losing weight after pregnancy
You're back home again. You're happy, but maybe not physically fit. That's perfectly normal, since your body has gone through significant changes during pregnancy and has worked very hard during the birth of your baby. When you give birth, you ... [... more]
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Childhood leukaemia
Acute leukaemia develops when white blood cells grow out of control and continue to divide but do not mature. Because they are immature they do not carry out the normal work of white cells, increasing the risk of infection [... more]
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Tips for dealing with exam stress
With the HSC exams coming up, many teenagers are facing what is, for most, the biggest challenge yet. Everyone's individual reactions to it will be different. Many students, however, may be panicking. Follow our advice on taking exams, and reduce ... [... more]
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Contraceptive implants: Implanon
Just four cm long and two mm wide (match stick size), it is inserted by a doctor trained in the procedure, under the skin just above the inside of your elbow. Implanon contains a hormone, like progesterone, which prevents pregnancy by stopping ... [... more]
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Choosing the right shoes
Wear good footwear to prevent potential problems. Ensure your shoes fit snugly, but not tightly. Allow plenty of room for your toes - approximately a thumb's... [... more]
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Deborah Hutton: my best times
I'd decided to leave high school halfway through the fifth form, and I'd left home as well (my poor mum). At 16, the cover of Cosmopolitan was my first job as a model, and I was thrilled to bits to see the blow-up poster outside newsagencies. I ... [... more]
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