Alpha1-antitrypsin (A1AT) deficiency is an inherited disorder that may lead to lung and/or liver disease. Find out about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of A1AT.
Colds and Flu
Swine flu – protecting your family
How to protect yourself and your family from swine flu (influenza H1N1) and other influenza viruses.
Swine flu – influenza A (H1N1)
Swine influenza, known as swine flu or influenza A (H1N1) is a respiratory virus which caused a pandemic in 2009. Find out about swine flu symptoms, treatment and vaccination.
Video: Cough etiquette
Protect everyone around you with this simple cough etiquette and prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses.
Flu increases the risk of a heart attack
Getting the flu is unpleasant – but it can increase your risk of a heart attack, too.
Video: Anosmia
Anosmia (loss of sense of smell) can be caused from a bad dose of flu or a cold. Early treatment is the key to avoiding permanent damage.
Sore throat: what you need to know
Most of us know what a sore throat feels like – pain or irritation in your throat that’s often worse when you swallow.
Video: Bronchiolitis – Dr Golly
Bronchiolitis is a serious chest infection that affects children under the age of 2. It starts with cold symptoms, such as fevers, runny nose and cough.
Man flu – fact or fiction?
Does the well-known ‘man flu’ have medical merit or is it a result of men overreacting to common flu symptoms?
Nosebleeds
What causes nosebleeds? How can I prevent them? What first aid measures can I use to stop a nosebleed? Find out here.
