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What is Gastroenteritis? Gastroenteritis in Children
It is an infection of the bowel that causes diarrhoea and sometimes vomiting. It is very common in young children and is mainly caused by viruses.
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What is Hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is a virus that infects the liver. It is very infectious, more so than the AIDS virus. How serious is the problem?
The DASH Diet - Foods that lower blood pressure
Start the DASH Diet to lower blood pressure naturally. The hypertension diet lists the foods that lower blood pressure.
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What is Diabetes Mellitus, Prediabetes and Insulin resistance?
What are the symptoms and causes of Diabetes, Prediabetes or Insulin resistance? Can thiese lifestyle diseases and chronic health conditions be reversed?
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Health Screening - Special Screening Plan
Health Assessment - Special Screening Plan for Healthy aging & Detection of Chronic diseases.
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What are the Signs & Symptoms of Stroke? Can you prevent it?
A stroke occurs when an area of the brain is damaged following interruption to its blood supply, resulting in deterioration of mental & physical functions.
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Immunodeficiency / Immunocompromised persons
A person who has an immunodeficiency of any kind is said to be immunocompromised, who may be vulnerable to opportunistic as well as normal infections.
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Contact Dermatitis
A skin inflammation caused by an allergic reaction to certain substances coming into contact with the skin. Learn the Cause, Symptoms & Treatment.
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a common chest condition in which there is temporary narrowing of the breathing tubes in the lungs (airways) because they are hyper-reactive, causing wheezing & breathing problems.
What to do if you have a Nose Bleed
Nose bleeding or Epistaxis is a common condition that many children and adults will encounter. Here's what you should do.
Self Help Treatment of Diabetes
Diabetes self management methods including comprehensive Diabetes diet information and exercise tips.
Melanoma Explained
A melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. They can begin in moles, but most begin in normal skin.
What is Vertigo?
What causes dizziness or giddiness from Vertigo? Learn the symptoms to look for and the risks that there might be serious causes.
Dermatology Treatments for Skin Medical Conditions
Removal of Warts,Age spots,Skin tags,Keloids,Moles,Scars,Corns,Calluses,Birthmarks,Tattoos,Freckles /Treatment of TMJ,Acne,Pigmentation,Fungal Nail Infection.
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What is Gout? What are the Symptoms of Gout?
Learn what is gout, what are the symptoms of gout, what causes gout & is there a treatment for gout? How can you alleviate Gout by changing your diet?
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What is Influenza? Symptoms of Flu & its preventive care. 什么是流感？
Influenza is a respiratory infection caused by a virus. There are several kinds of influenza virus & they are continuously mutating and changing.
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Health Screening Package - Deluxe Enhanced Plan
Health Assessment - Deluxe Enhanced Screening Plan with Comprehensive Cancer screening for Men & Women.
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What is Conjunctivitis?
It is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is a thin, clear tissue that lines the eyelids and the eyeball, except the cornea. It is very common.
Haemoglobin Blood Disorders
Hemoglobinopathy is the medical term for a group of blood disorders and diseases that affect red blood cells - Anaemias, Sickle Cell anaemia, Thalessaemia.
Chronic Neurological Disorders - Symptoms & Risks
Learn the Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Neurological Disorders. Seek medical attention as soon as possible if you are unsure of your medical condition.
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Non-Invasive Pain Relief Management, Treatment & Therapy
Learn about Effective Non-invasive Pain relief treatment, management & therapy to Improve your quality of life.
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What are Febrile Convulsions?
Febrile convulsions are fits or seizures that occur in young children when they have high fever. Learn the causes and risks of your child having such fits.
Allergy : Skin rash, Hay fever, Eczema, Hives and Bowel problems
Allergies are sensitive reactions that occur when the body’s immune system reacts in any unusual way to foods, airborne dust, animal hair, dust mites & pollens.
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Abdominal Pain - Symptoms & Causes
Abdominal pain or Stomach aches are very common, especially with children. Learn the common causes and various symptoms that might indicate a medical condition.
Grow New Brain Cells - The Neurogenesis Diet
Despite popular belief, it is actually possible to Grow New Brain Cells with a Neurogenesis Diet & exercise. Learn what brain boosters and supplements you need.
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What is the cause of my coughing? Is my wheezing serious?
Find the possible causes for your coughing and wheezing. What is the treatment for it? 找出咳嗽和喘息的可能原因。它的治疗方法是什么?
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What is Autism?
Autism is a developmental disorder commencing in early childhood. Aspergers symptoms include an inability of the child to form normal social relationships.
Symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus
Symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus describes what is Diabetes, the signs of diabetes and what type 1 and type 2 diabetes symptoms to watch for.
The High Immunity Anti-Aging Longevity Diet
Find out what Immune System Boosters and the healthy diet you should be eating that is Anti-aging, improve your Immune System and increase your Longevity.
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Diarrhoea: Acute diarrhoea in adults
Diarrhoea is the passage of many loose, watery, offensive bowel movements. It is a symptom, not a disease. 腹泻是许多松散、水样、令人反感的排便。它是一种症状，而不是一种疾病。
Lung Diseases - Symptoms & Causes. Learn about common Lung issues.
Comprehensive information about common lung problems & pulmonary health issues eg chest pain, shortness of breath, COPD, ARDS, Pneumonia, Bronchiolitis, TB.
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Regular aerobic exercise is one of the best ways for healthy aging.
Brain aging is characterized by declines in cognitive function. Learn how to prevent MCI, dementia and neurodegenerative diseases eg Alzheimer's disease.
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What Causes Dry Skin?
Dry skin is a common problem, especially in people with atopic dermatitis (eczema). Learn the Causes & Treatment for Dry Skin.
Elderly Care & Senior Health - Diseases of Old Age
Learn about the symptoms and risks of old age diseases especially Malnutrition in the elderly, as well as other age-related diseases and ailments.
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The Problem of Coronary Heart Disease - Risk Factors & Causes
Coronary Heart Disease is a major cause of preventable death and we still need to work hard at reducing the risk. What are the causes & what to do about it?
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What is Cancer?
Cancer is an abnormal disorganised growth of cells in the tissues of a person. The cells multiply out of control and drain vital nutrition from the normal cells.
Liver Disease & Diet for Health
Learn more about Liver Diseases such as Jaundice, Cirrhosis, Acute & Chronic Liver Failure. Can Diet make a difference for Liver Health?
Health Assessment & Wellness Screening
There are Comprehensive Medical Health Assessments for you & your loved ones. Health screening for cancer & detecting illnesses in its early stages are crucial.
What is Urticaria or Hives? Learn the Causes & how to treat it.
Urticaria, also known as hives, is a common allergic disorder in which a red, itchy, lumpy skin rash appears out of the blue. What are the common Allergens?
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Normal Blood Sugar Levels
Normal Blood Sugar Levels are provided in the Blood Glucose Chart. A simple diabetes blood test using test strips allows for continuous blood glucose monitoring.
Child Health & Nutrition
Learn the Causes & Symptoms of Fever, Stomach ache, Wheezing, Stridor, Liver disease, Urinary tract infection in children. What to do for an airway obstruction?
Chronic Kidney Disease & Kidney Stones
Learn what the Kidney Stones Risk Factors are, Chronic Kidney Disease Symptoms & how to identify Acute Kidney Failure. Explore changes in your diet to improve.
Identifying Insect Bites & Stings
Here's a convenient table of different kinds of pattern of rash caused by bites of common insects around you. If unsure, please consult your doctor.
Health Screening Packages - Pre-Employment
Health Assessment - Pre-employment & Additional Screening Tests & Investigations
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Handling Stress, Insomnia & Lack of Sleep
What does Stress do to your body? Why do you have Insomnia and can't sleep? What are the effects from the lack of sleep?
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Arthritis in the Elderly
Arthritis means inflamed joints & the commonest type is osteoarthritis. Learn what the symptoms are & what treatment is available.
What is Gluten Sensitivity? Do you have Gluten Intolerance Symptoms?
This list of Gluten intolerance symptoms is longer than you imagine. A list of grains containing gluten & those that are gluten-free is included.
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Common Nail Diseases
Learn about common Nail Diseases including Fungal infections, Ingrown toenails and other nail problems, their causes, symptoms and medical treatment.
Potential Discovery To Get Rid Of Spike Protein
Dr. Tina Peers discusses a potential new discovery in eliminating spike protein and reducing long-haul symptoms. Other compounds have been studied like Quercetin, Bromelain, NAC and Nattokinase to name a few. Please do your own research on these supplements.
Vitamins & Nutrients for a Well-functioning Immune System to Protect against COVID-19 & other Viral Infections
(Ref: Nutrients. 2020 Apr 23;12(4). pii: E1181. doi: 10.3390/nu12041181 Optimal Nutritional Status for a Well-Functioning Immune System Is an Important Factor to Protect against Viral Infections Calder PC1, Carr AC2, Gombart AF3, Eggersdorfer M4.
Healthy Diets for Optimal Health
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