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Schizophrenia: Why stability is about more than just preventing relapse

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia: Why stability is about more than just preventing relapse

18 Mar 2026

Schizophrenia is a long-term mental health condition that can affect how a person thinks, feels, and experiences reality. It may involve hallucinations, delusions, and difficulties with motivation,...

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The smells that bring back our past: The hidden power of olfactory memory

The smells that bring back our past: The hidden power of olfactory memory

14 Mar 2026 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Olfactory memory: A well-documented scientific phenomenonNeuroscience confirms that smells trigger older and more emotional autobiographical memories than images or sounds. A review published by...

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Brain fog in CKD: How can kidney disease affect memory and thinking?

Chronic kidney disease

Brain fog in CKD: How can kidney disease affect memory and thinking?

13 Mar 2026

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) means the kidneys are damaged or not working well for at least 3 months. The kidneys normally filter waste and extra fluid from the blood. When they slow down, waste can...

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Soluble vs insoluble fibre: Which is better for your gut?

Soluble vs insoluble fibre: Which is better for your gut?

9 Mar 2026 • 5 Likes • 1 comment

Soluble and insoluble fibre: What’s the real difference?Fibre is a plant component that our bodies cannot digest. It therefore reaches the colon almost intact. But the way different fibres behave...

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Alcohol and the desire to have children: what you need to know about fertility

Alcohol and the desire to have children: what you need to know about fertility

7 Mar 2026 • 1 Like • 1 comment

How does alcohol affect the reproductive system?The impact of alcohol on sex hormones The reproductive system is finely regulated by the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, which controls the...

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Obesity stigma: How to be kind to yourself when society shames your body

Obesity

Obesity stigma: How to be kind to yourself when society shames your body

4 Mar 2026

Obesity is a complex, chronic health condition where a person has excess body fat that may affect health. It is influenced by many factors, including genetics, hormones, medications, sleep, stress,...

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Diabetes and social life: How to cope with fatigue, stress, and isolation

Diabetes (Type 1)
Diabetes (Type 2)

Diabetes and social life: How to cope with fatigue, stress, and isolation

2 Mar 2026 • 2 Likes

Understanding the impact of diabetes on social lifeIsolation and perception of the conditionDiabetes can lead to feelings of isolation. The demands related to meals, insulin injections, or regular...

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When geography determines your health: living with a rare disease far from specialised centres

When geography determines your health: living with a rare disease far from specialised centres

28 Feb 2026

Medical deserts and their impact on rare diseasesWhat is a medical desert? A medical desert is defined as a geographical area where healthcare provision is insufficient to meet the needs of the...

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Migraine at the workplace: How to cope without burning out

Migraine

Migraine at the workplace: How to cope without burning out

27 Feb 2026

Migraine is a neurological disease, not “just a headache.” Attacks can involve moderate to severe head pain plus symptoms like nausea, vomiting, light and sound sensitivity, dizziness, and brain fog....

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Sharing a bed with sleep apnea: How can couples sleep better?

Sleep apnea

Sharing a bed with sleep apnea: How can couples sleep better?

23 Feb 2026

Understanding sleep apnea and its impact on couplesWhat is sleep apnoea?Sleep apnoea is characterised by repeated interruptions in breathing during the night. These pauses reduce oxygen levels in the...

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Endometriosis: Why the delay in diagnosis, and what can help?

Endometriosis

Endometriosis: Why the delay in diagnosis, and what can help?

20 Feb 2026

What is endometriosis?Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It can cause inflammation, scarring, and pain. Symptoms vary widely. Some...

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When COPD affects your sleep: Night-time symptoms and fatigue explained

COPD

When COPD affects your sleep: Night-time symptoms and fatigue explained

16 Feb 2026 • 3 Likes

What is COPD?COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a chronic respiratory condition that causes a progressive narrowing of the airways. It includes several conditions, notably emphysema...

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