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When a terminal illness is diagnosed, the realisation of an impending death can evoke a variety of reactions in individuals and their families
In our fast-paced world, it can be challenging to prioritise health, but adopting a few simple habits can make a significant difference
‘Doctor’s orders’ is a common and accepted phrase suggesting that one must comply with instructions issued by a medical professional. But are you truly obliged to follow all doctors' orders?
Visceral fat is metabolically active and has been associated with chronic conditions, such as inflammation, insulin resistance and diabetes, heart disease and even higher risks of some cancers
More medical data seems to suggest it’s never too late to change the trajectory of your health, regardless of age. And the higher the levels of health you can attain, the longer your lifespan might be
If you want to tape up your mouth, check with an ENT specialist if you could do it safely and whether you might accrue any benefits
Those in the limelight appear to revert to their pre-pregnancy shapes in a matter of weeks. Such an expectation is hardly the norm and is an unrealistic goal for the majority of women
Walk into any decent healthcare facility for a consult and you will likely spend a tidy sum. The burden of cost isn’t just worse off for cash payers; those insured also endure the pain
Increase your walking pace to a point where it takes your breath away. The faster you can walk and the longer you can stretch, the healthier you will be
It is crucial to monitor for less obvious signs of mental health issues, such as behavioural changes, which can be caused by academic stress and peer pressure
Some infectious diseases give off characteristic smells. Sweet-smelling poo could be a sign of infection with cholera, which is a common cause of diarrhoea.
In most cases, what we emit is innocuous and mostly related to our cleanliness and grooming. But some odours are a sign that we might be getting ill, and could be used to diagnose several diseases
Processes may be in place to ensure your safety, but you must never leave yourself completely at the mercy of your healthcare providers
Is there another way you could achieve sufficient health benefits, being well off the 150 minutes?
While brain fog is mostly reflective of having too much on your mind, it may be linked to specific medical conditions in some people
Functional brain activity scans show that music lights up multiple parts of the brain, simultaneously impacting both physical and emotional sense centres
Does it matter if you hold back some bits here and there? It is entirely up to you to decide what to bring up. Remember, your doctor can only make deductions from what you choose to volunteer
A mostly plant-based diet, freshly prepared and well-balanced with lean proteins and other micronutrients, supports immune mechanisms and prevents metabolic diseases
Those who have ever suffered infertility will be well versed in all the trauma that comes with the diagnosis
Once a completed fertility treatment attempt has failed, a detailed review is usually warranted. Your fertility team should invite you for a critical recap of all that transpired.
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