In this article we explore the meaning, symptoms and causes of Hereditary Haemorrhagic Telangiectasia and how this rare blood condition affects blood vessels.
Dermatology
Vitamin D deficiency: What is the treatment?
In this brief video Dr. Norman Swan discusses the treatment for vitamin D deficiency, the most simplest being
— getting some sunshine.
Exercise Sun Safety and Protect your Skin!
Anytime we are out in the sun without adequate protection we are putting ourselves at risk of sun burn. We want you to...
Sun protection and prevention of sunburn for the family
Sunburn is better prevented than treated. Sunscreens alone are not 100 per cent effective in preventing sun-related...
Hair loss self-care
Hair loss can be normal (hereditary hair loss), or abnormal, which is usually temporary. Hair loss can affect men, women and children. Find out what products are available for hair loss.
Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common childhood illness causing mouth sores and a skin rash. Read about the symptoms, treatment and how to prevent infection by this viral illness.
Vaginal thrush
Itching around the vagina is commonly caused by infection with a yeast called Candida albicans and is known as vaginal thrush.
Head Lice: All you need to know
Head lice live in the hair, feed on blood from the scalp and lay eggs called nits. They are often most noticeable behind the ears and at the nape of the neck.
Skin infections – scabies
Scabies is caused by very small bugs called scabies mites. They dig under the skin to lay eggs.
How well can computers detect skin cancer?
Computer software has advanced in leaps and bounds when it comes to detecting melanoma, but is it better than a skin specialist?
