A doctor warned against using a cotton bud in the ear (Image: Getty Images) Washing, showering and other bathroom activities are a key part of everyday life. Without them not …
For a headache, period pains or a fever, paracetamol works wonders for getting rid of aches and pains. Following the recommended dosage of course. But despite being able to pick …
Cancer is a potentially deadly disease that occurs when abnormal cells divide and spread in an uncontrolled way. These cells can also damage nearby tissue and organs. There are more …
Many of us are taught the simple ways to stay hygienic when children. These are important habits that stay with us into adulthood. And during the COVID-19 pandemic, these became …
The bladder is a hollow organ found in the lower part of the tummy, known as the pelvis. Its job is to store and empty urine from the body. Like …
Many of us are aware of the importance of staying hydrated, with water being one of the healthiest ways to do so. Popular hot drinks such as tea and coffee …
Practising good hygiene is not only important for our mental health and wellbeing, but it can actually have an impact on our physical health. Not washing your hands, for example, …
In recent years it is almost inevitable that the winter period brings with it reports that the NHS is at breaking point. Delays at A&E and hospital wards being overrun …
A doctor has warned that the winter illness season in the UK could be fundamentally changed in the wake of the alarming pneumonia outbreak in China. A similiar outbreak has …
It is thought we spend an average of three hours on the toilet every week. Despite this, some people might not be using the correct wiping technique with potentially dangerous …