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Testicular cancer is a form of malignancy that grows within the man’s testicle. But what is really happening within the body, and how can you tell the signs? Testicular cancer is actually quite uncommon, despite many people being under the…

There are many different disease that people have to live with, some of which are quite common and well known, while others are little known and sometimes not well understood. These six diseases commonly occur in human populations around…

Drink spiking has been increasing common over the years, and occurs when a substance such as drugs or alcohol is added to your drink without you realising it. The result is that your behaviour and thought processes are impaired. If your…

The cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome is not known, but many people suffer with this gut condition. The symptoms vary but tend to include bloating, abdominal pain, and even constipation or diarrhoea. These come and go though. You can't be…

Legs cramps are common, and most people will experience them at some point in their lives. In most of these cases, the cause is unknown but some medicines and diseases can cause them. You can prevent them by doing regular calf stretching,…

It is one of the most unhealthy things that you can possibly do to your body, and yet tens of thousands of people are still smoking on a regular basis. If they could understand a little more about what they are doing to their wellness and…

A common sexually transmitted disease, gonorrhoea is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. There are a number of different strains of this germ, but antibiotic-resistant ones have become far more common as the number of cases of…

By Emma Sturgis We now know more about allergens than ever before, and part of this knowledge includes that fact that there are many allergens hiding in the home. It is important that homeowners take the time to…

By Erika Remmington When many people hear the term plastic surgery, they often think of elective surgeries or images of men and women who want the perfect physique. While plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery are terms…

By Lizzie Weakley  When your feet or toes hurt, it can affect your whole life. You may even change plans previously made, just so you can go home and get off your feet. What you may not know is many common foot…

In the US in 2013 alone, over 2 million people were injured in auto accidents. Even when an accident is classified as a “fender bender”, there is a risk of injury. Some injuries are more obvious than others, and some may not even be…

Arthritis is often thought of as an old person’s disease. But the joint condition can also strike young people. Known as juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), the condition is the most common chronic rheumatologic disease in under 16s and,…

If you think anxiety is all in your mind, you’re wrong. While it may start there, the physical symptoms of anxiety can run rampant through your body. Anxiety is a psychological condition that can produce very real, physical symptoms, such…

As the colder months approach, so do the colds and flu viruses which render us bed-ridden for days. There are a number of factors which increase our risk of catching colds and viruses, such as cold weather, changes in immunity and our…

Doctors have found that it may be harder to get rid of a sexual disease than was ever previously thought. Recent findings from scientists represent a serious blow to the wellness and wellbeing of anyone who has previously suffered from a…

Lung disease, whatever form it takes, is an insidious condition. Diseases which affect the lungs take a long time to manifest, then take an equally long time to make a person very ill. With the exception of obvious causes like smoking, most…

Building a strong and muscular physique takes time and determination. But overtraining is surprisingly bad for your muscle-building productivity – in fact, it is one of the top mistakes people make when they begin training. While…

Asthma is a chronic, long-term condition that affects the airways and, while there is no cure, asthma is generally well controlled through treatment that focuses on relieving symptoms and preventing reoccurrence of those symptoms.…