What is athlete’s foot? Athlete’s foot is a skin fungal infection, medically known as tinea pedis. Athlete’s foot is one of the most common fungal skin disorders and it is estimated 70% of people will get it at some time in their lives. The name athlete’s foot gets its name as the infection is often […]
Legionnaires disease? Legionnaires’ disease is a serious and potentially fatal form of pneumonia. The name comes from an epidemic in 1976, when 34 American Legion members all mysteriously died after staying at the same hotel. You are more likely to become ill with Legionnaires if you are over 50, have a weakened immune system, drink […]
A fungal infection can affect any part of the body but it is only when they overgrow does an infection occur and can include common infections such as Athlete’s foot, Jock itch, Thrush and ringworm. Fungi love warm, moist areas of the body especially folds in the skin (such as between your toes). A fungal […]
What is Acne? Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point in their lives, it is so common it is almost considered a normal part of growing up. Generally, boys are affected more than girls and the severity can range from mild to severe. What are the Symptoms of Acne? […]
The Thyroid Gland? The thyroid gland is a small butterfly shaped gland which can be found in the front of your neck just in front of the windpipe, below the Adam’s apple. This is where hormones are produced and released into the bloodstream. The major hormones the thyroid gland makes are called T4 or thyroxine and […]
What is glucose monitoring? Glucose monitoring is a way of testing the concentration of glucose in blood samples. This is usually taken from the fingertip. Please watch the video produced by Diabetest.co.uk about our NEW SD Codefree Blood Glucose Meter. Why are glucose monitors needed? It is essential that people who have type 1 or […]
What is alcohol? Alcohol is found in drinks such as beer, lager, cider, wine, alco pops and spirits (whisky, vodka, gin, rum). All alcoholic drinks contain ethanol (pure alcohol). The strength, colour and taste of alcoholic drinks depend upon the amount of ethanol and the ingredients used, for example grapes, hops or grains. Alcohol has […]
What is glandular fever? Glandular fever, also called infectious mononucleosis, is a viral infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, the name comes from the British researchers who first discovered it. The Epstein-Barr virus is part of the herpes group of viruses and is very common, however, like the other herpes viruses you may be infected […]
The peanut is part of the legume family, as are peas, beans and liquorice. It bears its fruit in shells and develops underground. For those who are not allergic to them, peanuts are an extremely healthy food, which are very rich in protein. Peanuts are one of many foods that can cause severe allergic reactions, […]
What is tuberculosis? Tuberculosis or TB for short is quite a rare disease in the U.K. This is because we generally have good living conditions and levels of immunisation are high. However, in recent years there has been an increase in the number of people in the U.K. with TB. This is mainly due to […]
What is a stroke? A ‘stroke’ or cerebrovascular accident as it’s medically known is a term used to describe brain disorders. A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off in some way. When the blood supply is cut off the brain cells are deprived of oxygen and other […]
What is the skin? The skin is the largest and most visible organ of the body and has many purposes. The major function of skin is to protect the body from injury and infection and to regulate the temperature of the body. The skin is divided into 2 main layers they are as follows: Epidermis […]