When we hear the mention of cholesterol, we often feel worried that ours has gone up, putting us at risk of heart problems, congested arteries, and the like. After all, with the kinds of food that we are eating nowadays, it is not really a surprise to find that most of us are at risk...
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) occurs when stomach acid leaks from the stomach and moves up into the oesophagus (food pipe). This is also known as ‘reflux’. Acid refluxing into the oesophagus is a normal bodily function, but it becomes GORD when it leads to physical complications or symptoms which impact on a person’s well-being or...
R U OK? Day, set for Thursday, 12 September 2024, is more than just a date—it’s a reminder of the...
September marks World Alzheimer’s Month, an international campaign aimed at raising awareness and challenging the stigma surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and...
As we approach Brain Injury Awareness Week 2024 this 19-25 August, we are reminded of the intricate and powerful connections...