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What is a miscarriage? A miscarriage (also known as a spontaneous abortion) is the loss of a baby before 24 weeks of your pregnancy. However, nearly all miscarriages occur in the first 12 weeks, sometimes before the woman even knows she is pregnant. This is why the first 12 weeks of a pregnancy are the […]

Infertility treatments If you have been trying unsuccessfully for a baby for over a year, or 6 months if you are over 35 you should consider consulting your doctor. He/she will question you about your menstrual history and the length of time that you have been trying to conceive. Your doctor will also need to […]

What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis can be quite hard to understand and it can be a distressing and painful disease. Endometriosis is a very common condition affecting 10% of reproductive-age women. It is most common between the ages of 20-30 and among those who have not had children. It is also thought to be more common […]

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. […]

What is amniocentesis? Amniocentesis is a prenatal test that allows your doctor to gather information about your baby’s health and development. How is amniocentesis carried out? Amniocentesis is carried out by inserting a thin, fine needle through the abdomen and into the amniotic sac that surrounds the foetus.  A small sample of the amniotic fluid is […]

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 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 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 […]

A range of volatile substances is available directly over the counter. Those most commonly used fall into four categories: Adhesives and glues; Aerosols; Cleaning and de-greasing agents; A miscellaneous group which includes fire extinguishers, gas lighter Fuels and petrol. Alkyl nitrites   Street use Vapours from volatile substances are usually inhaled directly from their containers […]