Child obesity – children’s health is at risk
Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition affecting in increasing number of children and adolescents. Acknowledging it as a genuine current and future…
7 Negative health Impact of Soft Drinks
Whether you are a soft drink fan or not, everyone knows that they do not contribute positively to health. A single can of…
Varicose veins – main symptoms and treatments
Varicose veins are a fairly common medical problem associated with dilation of veins. When the valves in the veins lose the ability to…
Postpartum Depression – 11 Warning Signs
Postpartum (or Postnatal) depression is a serious mental condition that affects between 20% and 35% of women after giving birth. The symptoms usually…
Osteoporosis: causes, symptoms and treatments
Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by decreased bone mass and strength, decreased absorption of calcium and minerals, causing bone fragility and therefore increasing…
Urinary tract infection: 6 most frequently asked questions
It is estimated that worldwide, 150 million cases of urinary tract infection (UTIs) are detected annually. Studies show that about 40% of women,…
Antibiotics: everything you need to know
Antibiotics are drugs prescribed to fight bacterial infections, with the ability to eliminate or stop the multiplication of bacteria. Taking antibiotics requires a…
Tendinitis: what is it and what are the main symptoms
Tendinitis is an inflammatory process in the tendon. The tendon is a flexible, although dense structure that attach muscles to bones, guaranteeing the…
5 benefits of getting a good night’s sleep
Helps maintain a healthy weight It is now known that people who sleep less are more predisposed to gaining weight, compared to people…
Fever: what to do vs what not to do
Fever is an increase in body temperature above what is considered normal – above 38C. Despite causing discomfort in most cases, fever is…