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Strawberry Tongue
Strawberry tongue is a symptom of a number of conditions that result in the tongue becoming swollen, red and bumpy.
Stroke
A stroke can be a serious and life threatening situation, find out about strokes here...
Lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease which causes inflammation throughout the body. Learn about it here.
Health News Headlines
DRCs Ebola outbreak to be treated with experimental vaccine
With an active outbreak of Ebola virus in the DRC, swift responses are underway to contain cases of infection. A stockpile of an experimental vaccination has now arrived in the country to help curb new infections.
Soldier undergoes ear transplant after surgeons grow a new ear on her forearm
Thanks to the revolutionary surgery performed by plastic surgeons from the US army, a young soldier has undergone reconstructive surgery to replace the loss of her left ear...
MDMA – Could the well-known party drug aid in treating PTSD?
MDMA is commonly known as a popular party drug with mood-enhancing effects - but could this drug be used to treat PTSD?
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Flu (Influenza)
The change of a new season often brings with it bouts of flu infections. What should you do when you have the flu?
Ocular migraine (retinal or ophthalmic migraine)
You may have heard the term ‘migraine with aura’, but are ocular migraines the same thing? Learn more about what ocular migraine is, what causes them and how they are best treated ...
Mumps
Mumps can be a painful condition that results in the swelling of the face. The diseases dissected...
Jaundice
The biggest flags for jaundice are a yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. It's underlying causes and reasons can be different for babies and adults. Here's all you need to know ...
Aesthetic Medicine
Liposuction
If beating the bulge is an issue for you, liposuction is a potential option that could help to achieve a more desirable body shape. Liposuction is not for everyone though and does carry some degree of risk. As a major surgical procedure there are many factors to take into consideration before opting to have it done. Find out here.
Breast Augmentation
Everything you need to know about having a 'boob job' - from choosing the right plastic surgeon to the size and shape of your implants and more.
Botox
Are fine lines and wrinkles catching up with you? If you're considering having Botox to achieve a more youthful appearance, here's everything you need to know...
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping)
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping) has recently gained traction in offering a non-invasive approach to reshaping the nose, find out about the procedure here...
Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
Are you keen to have a 'nose job'? Whether for functional or purely aesthetic reasons, there's plenty to consider before having a rhinoplasty procedure. Here's everything you need to know ...
Cinderella Surgery
Walking in heels is not exactly a walk in the park. The question is, how far would you go to fit into a great pair of heels?
Health & Wellness
Foot Binding
Foot binding is now seen as a beauty standard based on torture and unrealistic cultural expectations for a woman, but it wasn't always seen this way..
The Case of Cardio Cracked
Cardio makes you lose weight, right? We find out in this article...
Exercises for a Flat Belly
Yes, you can achieve the flat stomach of your youth. We show you how with a selection of exercises...
Can beauty be bought?
From nose jobs to boob lifts and tattooed freckles, this article explores if beauty can be bought...
The facts on steroids for muscle building
An objective view of the side effects, uses and types of popular anabolic steroids and the impact they are having on the fitness industry.
How does your blood type affect your health?
Research has recently shown that your blood type can have an impact on your health. We explore everything you need to know...
Pregnancy & Fertility
Birth Control
Preventing an unwanted pregnancy is simple to do and comes down to your preferred method. We breakdown the different types, and pros and cons of each ...
Stages of Pregnancy - The First Trimester Week-By-Week
If you want to know all about the stages of your pregnancy, then read our article on the first trimester as we cover each week in detail.
Morning Sickness
One of the initial signs of pregnancy is morning sickness, also known as nausea / vomiting of pregnancy (NVP). What is it exactly and should you worry about the health of your pregnancy or developing baby?
Infertility
Struggling to have a baby is something many may experience in their lives. Men and women alike experience it, so much so that male infertility is as common as female infertility. If infertility is a reality for you or your partner, find out here...
Egg Freezing
Should I freeze my eggs? It's a big question. Making this kind of decision can quickly become overwhelming. We simplify the process so that you can make the most informed decision ...
Birth
Taking you through the process of birth, from due date to delivery.