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

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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

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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?

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

23 Feb 2026 • 1 Like

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

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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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What if iodine was your brain's secret weapon?

What if iodine was your brain's secret weapon?

14 Feb 2026 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

What is iodine and what role does it play in the brain? Iodine, an essential micronutrient Iodine is an essential trace element that our bodies cannot produce themselves. It must therefore be...

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Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and sleep: Could poor rest increase flares?

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Ulcerative colitis

Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and sleep: Could poor rest increase flares?

13 Feb 2026

How are sleep and inflammatory bowel disease connected?Inflammatory bowel disease, often called IBD, is a group of chronic conditions that cause ongoing inflammation in the digestive tract. The two...

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Epilepsy and identity: Building yourself up despite the unpredictability of the condition

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Epilepsy and identity: Building yourself up despite the unpredictability of the condition

10 Feb 2026

What is epilepsy?Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterised by recurrent seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. These seizures can vary widely in intensity and...

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Does cancer change how we experience time?

Does cancer change how we experience time?

4 Feb 2026

How does a cancer diagnosis disrupt the sense of time?A cancer diagnosis often marks a clear dividing line in a person’s life. Many describe their story as having a “before” and an “after”. What once...

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When traumatic memories leave their mark on the body: Understanding the physical effects of trauma

When traumatic memories leave their mark on the body: Understanding the physical effects of trauma

2 Feb 2026 • 6 Likes

Understanding trauma and its effectsWhat is a traumatic memory?A traumatic memory is linked to an extremely stressful or violent event, such as a serious accident, abuse, or the loss of a loved one....

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Nightmares: what do they tell us about our sleep and health?

Nightmares: what do they tell us about our sleep and health?

26 Jan 2026 • 3 Likes • 2 comments

What is a nightmare? A nightmare is a very negative or scary dream that usually happens during REM sleep, also called rapid eye movement sleep. This is when your brain is most active and most dreams...

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