Looking after your skin might seem like a high maintenance task for much of year – and that’s without taking the warmer, sunnier months into account. But as long as you stick to a few basic principles, it’s easy to get into the habit of good skin care practice. What many people don’t realise is […]
Read More »Pain is something which nobody likes having to deal with, whether it’s on a short or a long-term basis. There are a number of conditions which can cause chronic pain, such as arthritis, but this type of pain can induced by injuries too. It’s important if you’re suffering from persistent pain to visit a doctor. […]
Read More »How we look at our own bodies often differs from the way that other people see us. We tend to be more critical of ourselves when it comes to our appearance. This is something which leads many to try fad diets and exercise programmes, when they want to lose weight so they can look better […]
Read More »Spots and blemishes are facts of everyday life, which we all have to deal with at some point in our lives – but that doesn’t make suffering with acne any easier. Although it doesn’t pose any serious health risks, acne can be frustrating to deal with, and make you feel less confident about your appearance. […]
Read More »Going on holiday is something we all like to do, time and funds permitting. A week or two away in a foreign location allows us to escape the daily grind of work, and relax a little. And while some types of illness may prove troublesome to treat while away on holiday, there are many conditions […]
Read More »Despite what you might think, flu is an illness which can strike at any time of the year. Although it is more common during the winter months, it can occur during warmer periods too. Although it is only a temporary illness, and one which in most cases doesn’t cause any lasting harm, nobody likes getting […]
Read More »There are some chronic conditions which, although not life-threatening in many cases, can be uncomfortable to live with and require prolonged treatment. Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis, two forms of IBD, fall into this category. Many cases of IBD can be treated with medication. But some do require surgery, and a small number can lead to […]
Read More »Those of us who rely on long-term medication to treat a chronic condition know the importance of staying fully stocked. Not having access to the medicinal treatment you need to keep pain or other symptoms at bay can be a frustrating and, in some cases, risky ordeal. With this in mind, it’s always good to […]
Read More »They’re something we could all do without – cold sores. They only ever seem to spring up when we need them the least. Although they’re caused by a virus which can lie dormant in our systems, called HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus), they are usually reactivated during times of overwork, exhaustion, or when our immune systems […]
Read More »When we go away on holiday, we want to be able to kick back and relax. After working hard the whole year round, going on vacation for a couple of weeks gives us the chance to get away and let our hair down. So it’s vital that when you do go away, you take measures […]
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