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Pneumonia

What is pneumonia and how serious is it? Find out all you need to know here ...

Gastro, which is often known as the 'stomach flu' can be a painful and oftentimes common condition. Most people are able to recover without treatment, but if you want to know more about this condition, read all about it here.

Meningitis

Any condition that directly affects the brain and spinal cord can ignite intense fear and anxiety in anyone. Meningitis infections should always be taken seriously. We take you through the different types and causes of meningitis, and what to do to ensure you make a full recovery.

Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder typically associated with seizure episodes. We look at the various types of seizures that occur when a person is epileptic and how to go about best managing the disorder.

Fever (Temperatures)

Often a sign that something is wrong in the body, a fever is a typical symptoms of a variety of different illnesses. What happens when body temperature increases and when should you worry about having a fever? Here's all you need to know ...

Stroke

We all know that a person having a stroke is in a serious and life-threatening situation, but do we really know what to do in the event of an emergency? We take an in depth look at what 'having a stroke' really means, what causes it, how it is treated and what recovery is certain to entail.

Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)

A sudden high fever and a sharp drop in blood pressure are some of the main warning signs for toxic shock syndrome. Learn more about how to recognise this potentially life-threatening condition and how to go about getting prompt medical treatment.

Signs and symptoms of pneumonia

Often a complication of infections such as colds or flu (influenza), pneumonia signs and symptoms to affect the respiratory system (nose, throat, bronchial tubes and lungs). Here's what to look out for.