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Pregnancy Am I ready for pregnancy? Deciding to have a baby is one of the biggest, exciting and frightening decisions you’ll ever make and so it should be given lots of thought. When you start thinking about becoming pregnant it is essential that you look at your health and that of your partner. The majority of […]
What is anaemia? This article will discuss the causes of anaemia and the symptoms of anaemia. It is a condition which occurs when you have an abnormally low amount of red blood cells. Red blood cells contain haemoglobin, a red pigment which gives blood its colour. Haemoglobin’s job is to carry oxygen around the body. […]
If you’re a first-time mum or hoping to fall pregnant soon, you likely want to read up on all the information you can ahead of this wondrous journey. Starting this new chapter of your life can even seem a little daunting, but we are here to help. At Home Health UK, we are pleased to […]
What is thrush infection? Thrush is the term used for a common infection caused by a yeast like fungus called candida albicans. Thrush infection is also known as candidiasis. Vaginal thrush is a very common infection that affects women of all ages and most women will get thrush at least once during their lives. Thrush […]
What is the throat? Your throat runs from the back of your mouth to the top of your respiratory and digestive tracts, it comprises the tonsils, larynx and pharynx. Your throat has an important function – it helps to filter out potentially harmful bacteria, which can lead to infection. What is a sore […]
What is meningitis? Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, the lining surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can occur at any age but it is most likely to affect young children and young adults. Thankfully, it is a rare illness but although some cases are mild, meningitis can be fatal if not dealt […]
Influenza and the common cold We have all heard of influenza and know it can make you feel very ill, but did you know there are only 3 types of the influenza virus (known as A, B and C) but many strains. However, the common cold can be caused by nearly 200 different viruses. What […]
What is German measles? German measles is a mild infectious illness caused by the rubella virus, which is why it is sometimes called rubella. There is no connection between German measles and measles, which is caused by a different virus. What causes German measles? German measles is caused by a virus, and is spread by […]
Ear infection Most parents are familiar with ear infections and they are usually the most common reason for a visit to the doctor. Chances are, that by the time a child reaches the age of 6 they will have suffered an ear infection of some form. Most ear infections get better without any treatment, but […]
What is eczema? Eczema or dermatitis are two medical terms used to describe numerous skin conditions. The word eczema comes from the Greek and means ‘to boil over’. Like many allergic conditions the severity and type of the condition can vary from person to person. Although it can sometimes look very unpleasant eczema is not […]
What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic inflammatory lung disease. In 2015 the British Lung Foundation reported that 8 million people in the U.K. (12% of the population) have been diagnosed with asthma, although approximately 5.4 million are currently receiving treatment. The UK has some of the highest rates of Asthma in Europe and one of the […]
What is an allergy? An allergy is a disorder of the immune system which, causes an exaggerated response within the body when you come into contact with a foreign substance, that would be harmless in most people. The contact can be with your skin, mouth, gullet (oesophagus), stomach, intestine or with the lining of your […]
