diseases

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…

No matter how much faith you place in Western medicine, sometimes it just fails to get the job done. After a while of syrups and pills, you may find yourself turning to alternative or complementary wellness, and this is where naturopathy…

If you're travelling to far-flung exotic places, there's a chance you may need to be vaccinated before you travel. Your GP can advise which vaccines you will need before you go, and you'll need to see them around six to eight weeks before…

Worrying statistics emerging from Western Australia seem to indicate that sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are on the rise. The cause of this sexual health problem seems to be a lack of sex education amongst young people leading to them…

It is common knowledge that places with a lot of sick people, such as hospitals, are hotbeds for contagious diseases. However, there are many other places where diseases are often spread, and can be avoided. Here are some of the worst…

There are many diseases and conditions that affect the respiratory system. These are known as pulmonary disorders and each affects the respiratory system in different ways and with varying levels of severity. Here are some of the most…

One of the biggest issues with health and wellbeing is that with each supposedly miraculous pill or supplement discovered there are a dozen studies released to discredit it. It’s actually really hard to know for sure whether the latest…

One of the major things every homemaker must consider is having clean and safe water at home. You need clean water for drinking, sanitation and hygiene to promote healthy living and sustain life. Without clean water,…

Diseases such as cancer are thought to be best treated using both the body and the mind, in order to boost the immune system in every way. Our immune systems do far more than simply fend off the common cold. Social support, for example, can…