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Foot Care Tips to Prevent Injury When Returning to Sports

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If you've stayed out of sports or physical activity for a while, you probably know that you have lost strength, flexibility and skill. You need to be conscious of the potential of suffering injuries as a result. Despite being the most used parts of the body, the feet tend to get less attention. You will find people warming up their arms, hamstrings and upper legs, but never the feet. Unfortunately, foot problems such as heel pain and infection can make it impossible for you to resume your favourite sport.

11 December 2019

Caring for Your Skin in Hot Weather

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When the warmer months make their return, many people look forward to spending time outdoors. If you're one of them, you may be drawn to the idea of basking in the sunshine. Although spending time outside is an excellent way to keep your vitamin D levels high, it does come with some risks, too. Because of this, you need to know how to care for your skin in hot weather.

28 October 2019

Consequences Of Ignoring Your Scheduled Visits To The Dentist

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Not many people enjoy visits to the dentist. In fact, a good number of people have a fear for dental examinations and treatments to a point that they will put off going to visit this professional until they have a serious issue with their teeth. However, visits to the dentist are not merely about treating a pre-existing oral problem. Sticking to your scheduled appointments functions as preventative care for your oral health, which can go a long way in preventing dental problems in the first place!

18 September 2019

Diet as Means of Dealing With Skin Cancer: Are They Lying to You?

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Cancer is a scourge affecting many people across the world. It is among the few medical conditions that pose a tough challenge to doctors and medical practitioners. In fact, some advanced stages of cancer have no cure because the condition presents itself in different mutations, which makes it hard for researchers to devise a remedy. Skin cancer is no exception. Many people resort to foods and supplements as they battle skin cancer, yet they lack proper information about the effects of such intake.

26 July 2019

Scenarios That Should Have You Seeking Your Gynaecologist for IVF Treatment

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In-vitro fertilisation is a fertility procedure that has been around for decades but it is only recently that it has started being considered commonplace. In years past, IVF treatments were exorbitantly priced, making this procedure out of reach for a majority of the population. Moreover, since it was still considered a new form of fertility treatments, there were a good number of people with reservations regarding in-vitro fertilisation. IVF has steadily become a top option for individuals having a hard time conceiving.

30 May 2019

Getting Ready for the First Physiotherapy Appointment

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If someone has recommended physiotherapy as a suitable treatment for your condition, the first thing you'll do is search for the best physiotherapist and book your first appointment. While these experts are trained to help improve your body's function, reduce pain and avoid the need for medication and surgery, you may not know what to expect. But one thing is for sure—you want to get the most for your money and time.

24 April 2019

How to Improve the Outcomes of Relationship Counselling Sessions

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Relationship counselling is one of the best ways to save a dying marriage or relationship. During counselling sessions, the counsellor will help you recognise problems and solutions to various issues. You and your partner may require couples therapy if there is a communication breakdown in the relationship. It could be that you are not talking or you are always arguing over everything. Or, dishonesty might be a major cause of conflict in a relationship.

25 February 2019

Exercise Tips for Older People

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Older people may not be as active as younger adults or adolescents, and thus their exercises are less vigorous. It is considered essential to visit your doctor first to give the go-ahead for the workouts. The tasks may be categorized into sitting, strength, balancing, and flexibility exercises. Sitting exercises should be done on a stable chair, strong enough to support your weight and movements. The chair should not have arms and should allow you to sit comfortably with a straight back and your knees bent at right angles.

13 January 2019

How Can You Tell if Your Teenager Is Anaemic?

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It's sometimes hard to tell when teenagers aren't feeling well. Kids at this age don't always communicate well and you may have to play detective to work out if they are feeling off-colour. For example, if you've noticed that your child hasn't seemed up to par for a while, you may suspect that they have an iron problem and may be anaemic. Problem is, typical anaemia symptoms can also just be written off as standard teenage behaviour; kids with anaemia often lack energy and sleep a lot.

27 November 2018

What You Need to Know About Osteopathy

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Osteopaths diagnose and treat conditions that affect the muscles, bones and joints. Treatment includes the use of stretching, physical manipulation and massage. This is done to relieve tension in the muscles, increase blood supply to the tissues and increase joint mobility. Evidence surrounding osteopathy is mixed. It suggests that osteopathy can help with some conditions, but there is limited or no evidence for its success with others. Osteopaths are regulated, and they have to register each year in order to practice.

12 October 2018