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ASTHMA IS a long-term, chronic lung disease that causes your airways to become sensitive to certain triggers. Several things happen to the airways when a child is exposed to triggers. For example, the lining of the airways swells, the muscles...

YOU HAVE probably heard that pain with your period is part of being a woman. It is not true. Painful periods that impact your daily functioning are not normal. Most women get period pain at some point in their lives as part of their menstrual cycle...

ASTHMA IS a chronic lung disease affecting people of all ages. It is caused by inflammation and muscle tightening around the airways, which makes it harder to breathe. The symptoms can include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest...

BACK PAIN is one of most common reasons people see a doctor or miss days at work. Back pain can range in intensity from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp or shooting pain. There are two types of back pain – acute or short-term back pain...

SINUSITIS IS an infection of the lining of the sinuses near the nose. These infections most often happen after a cold or after an allergy flare-up. The cold inflames the nasal passages and this can block the opening of the sinuses and lead to...

Trying to eat more vegetables, but finding it difficult? Vegetables will add fibre, vitamins and minerals to your meals, and eating a healthy diet can help reduce your risk of developing coronary heart disease by helping you to maintain healthy...

SOMETIMES IT is difficult to prioritise heart health because the threat does not feel tangible or immediate, and the prevention efforts can mean overhauling your lifestyle. Heart-healthy living involves understanding your risk, making healthy...

Probiotics are live microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits when consumed or applied to the body. They can be found in yogurt and other fermented foods, dietary supplements, and beauty products. Although people often think of...

YOU WANT the best for your child, including a healthy body and strong self-esteem. If you think your child might be overweight, it is important to talk with your doctor or paediatrician. In the United States, close to 20 per cent of children ages...

Obesity occurs when a child is significantly over their ideal weight. Like adults, children become obese when they eat more calories than they use. Obesity in children is determined by using a body mass index (BMI) and is measured by their weight...
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