Acupuncture: how it works and when to use it

30 Oct 2023 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Originating from traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture corresponds to the stimulation of specific "points" on various parts of the body, using a number of physical techniques. Therapeutic...

Cerebrovascular accident
Transient ischemic attack

Post-stroke complications: how can they be avoided?

29 Oct 2023 • 2 Likes

Also known as a stroke, cerebrovascular accident (CVA) is a rupture or obstruction of a blood vessel situated in the brain. Because of the irreversible effects it can have on the brain, it is an...

Psoriasis

Inverse Psoriasis: Everything you need to know!

29 Oct 2023 • 1 comment

Inverse psoriasis is a unique form of psoriasis that primarily affects skin folds, such as the armpits, groin, beneath the breasts, and genital area. Unlike the more common plaque psoriasis, which...

Depression

What are the warning signs of depression?

27 Oct 2023 • 5 Likes • 1 comment

Depression is an illness that greatly affects patients' daily lives and quality of life. About 20% of the UK population will go through a depressive phase at least once in their lives. Depression...

Breast cancer

Why is Supportive Care Essential during Breast Cancer Treatment?

19 Oct 2023 • 2 Likes

A breast cancer diagnosis can drastically alter a person's life. Coping with the physical and emotional symptoms and side-effects of treatment can be a challenging ordeal for many patients. This is...

Different treatments for different types of pain

17 Oct 2023 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

Pain has long been trivialised by healthcare professionals. And yet, chronic pain has a major impact on patients' quality of life. The choice of treatment depends on the type of pain a patient...

Arthritis

Arthritis: understanding its cause, symptoms and treatment

12 Oct 2023 • 1 Like

Arthritis is a chronic or acute inflammatory condition that can affect any part of the body. This disease encompasses a group of inflammatory disorders that target the joints, significantly impacting...

Exploring Disabilities: What are the different types?

9 Oct 2023 • 4 Likes • 1 comment

Disabilities are not just confined to a single definition, they encompass a myriad of conditions that can impact a person’s mind, body, senses, or emotions. In a world as diverse as ours,...

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis: Which parts of the body can be affected?

17 Sep 2023 • 14 Likes • 3 comments

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease, affecting millions of people worldwide. This degenerative joint disease can impact various parts of the body, from the knees to the hands, and even...

Male sexual dysfunction

Male sexual dysfunction: everything there is to know

15 Sep 2023 • 5 Likes

Male sexual dysfunction can be a taboo subject. However, it is a relatively common problem that can affect men of all ages and backgrounds. Male sexual dysfunction can be effectively treated...

Diabetes (Type 1)
Diabetes (Type 2)

Smoking with Diabetes: What are the risks?

11 Sep 2023

Smoking and diabetes are a hazardous combination, with each exacerbating the risks associated with the other. Yet, despite the well-documented dangers, millions of people worldwide continue to engage...

What is eco-anxiety and how does it affect our mental health?

9 Sep 2023 • 1 Like

Stress, anxiety, anger... Thinking about the climate and the future of our planet can stir up lots of negative emotions in all of us. For several years now, the term 'eco-anxiety' has been making its...