For those of us who have never suffered from hayfever, its worth noting the symptoms, as every year people who have never had so much as a summer cold are coming down with hayfever. The symptoms can range from sneezing, watery eyes, runny noses to...

So you've had a checkup at the doctor, and been given a scare as your blood pressure is up and next time you go back you'll be on medication. But you can do a huge amount yourself to reduce your blood pressure. Read more here.

Glue ear is a chronic condition where the middle ear fills up with sticky fluid. If the Eustachian tube, which connects the middle ear and throat, becomes blocked or swollen, fluid can be trapped in the middle ear.  More than 70% of children have ...

Getting Older Getting older can bring a range of age related problems. Click on the links below to find out more information to help you maintain a healthy body and avoid the complications of age-related illnesses.

Fungal nail is a unsightly condition which can be difficult to treat. It is called Onychomycosis. Many patients become very conscious about a fungus nail condition and refuse to wear sandals and have their feet seen in public. Learn more about the...

We all need iodine to keep our thyroid (the body's central chemistry controller) healthy. So where does iodine come from and what foods are best for getting enough iodine? Learn more here.

A food allergy is when your body’s immune system reacts to a normally harmless food, cosmetic or other substance. However, a food intolerance is not usually an immune system response. It is when food (e.g. lactose in dairy products) creates a reac...

Eczema is a form of dermatitis or skin inflammation, which shows patches of dry flaky skin; it is often itchy and can sometimes weep.  Learn more about the different types and treatment here.