How to protect yourself and your family from swine flu (influenza H1N1) and other influenza viruses.
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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.
Group B streptococcus and pregnancy
Group B streptococcus (group B strep) is a common bacterium that is found in the body. It is usually harmless in adults. Sometimes, however, a woman who has group B strep can infect her baby during delivery.
Ujjayi Breath Pose – Eliza Hayward
Ujjayi breathing is an ancient yogic tradition, which increases blood flow, energises and calms the mind.
Video: Cough etiquette
Protect everyone around you with this simple cough etiquette and prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses.
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.
Ice cream headache
Ice cream headaches are short severe stabbing headaches that come on quickly after eating or drinking something cold.
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.
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.
