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Welcome to my blog, guys! This blog is going to be about a subject which is very close to my heart. In the last year, various members of my family have been affected by illness and disease. I had never had to help someone deal with a medical problem before so I was in the dark. The GP and the hospital staff I have dealt with have all been fantastic and offered me some great advice. Thankfully, my mum and my sister have now made full recoveries. I wanted to start this blog as a way of showing thanks and to help others.

Understanding Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease

15 August 2017
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Your body's main blood vessel, known as the aorta, is located in the pelvis and supplies blood to your legs. Aortoiliac occlusive disease occurs when this blood vessel becomes blocked. Oxygen and nutrients aren't able to reach your leg muscles and this can cause muscle pain and the degeneration of tissue in your feet and lower legs, which can lead to ulcers and skin infections. Here's what you need to know about this serious vascular condition: Read More …

The Role of Physiotherapy in Sports

22 June 2017
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Sports physiotherapists are health practitioners who have been trained in the diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries. In Australia, qualified and fully registered physiotherapy practitioners who wish to acquire specialised professional skills in sports physiotherapy undergo a master's programme in the field. Such practitioners may then apply for the Australian Physiotherapy Association Sports title. Some sports physiotherapists undertake event coverage, which involves travelling with a team. Within the Australian Physiotherapy Association, the Sports Group is one of the largest and it offers further professional development in sporting areas such as peripheral joint injuries and learn the peculiarities of an individual sport. Read More …

Three Birth Control Options That Can Reduce Period Pain

26 May 2017
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Suffering from painful or heavy periods? There are several different forms of birth control which can help to reduce pain and make your periods lighter. We've given details of a few of the most popular options below. Before starting birth control, talk to your doctor and ask for advice on the best method. They'll be able to take a thorough look at your medical history and tell you which form of birth control is likely to work best for you. Read More …

An explanation of prostate cancer

26 May 2017
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

The prostate is a small gland which is positioned below a man's bladder. The term 'prostate cancer' is used to describe a disease which causes the cells in this gland to multiply uncontrollably, resulting in a malignant tumour. Read on to learn more about this condition. Symptoms of prostate cancer Prostate cancer often develops very gradually and does not usually cause symptoms until it is quite advanced. As it progresses, sufferers may find that they experience pain or a burning sensation when they urinate and that they need to urinate more frequently than they normally do. Read More …

5 Common Causes of Condom Failure

26 October 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Wearing a condom, or having your partner wear one, is vital to protect against STDs, STIs, and unplanned pregnancies. Unfortunately, condoms are not invulnerable to damage, and there are plenty of things you can do that will impair their ability to work effectively. Here are just five common causes of condom failure. 1. Incorrect Storage Condoms need to be stored correctly if they are to remain effective. This means placing them in a cool, dry place and not exposing them to direct sunlight. Read More …
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Dealing with Illness and Disease

Welcome to my blog, guys! This blog is going to be about a subject which is very close to my heart. In the last year, various members of my family have been affected by illness and disease. I had never had to help someone deal with a medical problem before so I was in the dark. The GP and the hospital staff I have dealt with have all been fantastic and offered me some great advice. Thankfully, my mum and my sister have now made full recoveries. I wanted to start this blog as a way of showing thanks and to help others.

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