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High blood pressure: when should you call the emergency doctor?Complaints & diseases

High blood pressure: when should you call the emergency doctor?

Learn when elevated blood pressure requires emergency care and which warning signs demand an immediate call to 112.

Irritable bowel syndrome: what to do when digestion goes crazy?Complaints & diseases

Irritable bowel syndrome: what to do when digestion goes crazy?

Irritable bowel syndrome affects millions but has no clear organic cause. Discover practical strategies like food diaries, stress reduction, and lifestyle changes to manage symptoms effectively.

Help, flu! Caution is advised with aching limbsComplaints & diseases

Help, flu! Caution is advised with aching limbs

Aching limbs signal a real flu that demands attention. Learn how to protect yourself and why even healthy people can face severe cases.

Hashimoto's: when the body attacks the thyroid glandComplaints & diseases

Hashimoto's: when the body attacks the thyroid gland

Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own thyroid gland, causing chronic inflammation. Learn why this condition affects women far more often than men.

Beware of cat bites: it's better to see a doctor straight awayComplaints & diseases

Beware of cat bites: it's better to see a doctor straight away

Cat bites carry a high infection risk due to bacteria in saliva penetrating deep into tissue. Seek medical attention promptly, especially for bites on hands or wrists.

Contact lenses - more than just a visual aidComplaints & diseases

Contact lenses - more than just a visual aid

Contact lenses go far beyond vision correction—they can restore natural eye appearance, deliver medication, and even monitor eye pressure with embedded sensors.

3 myths about the menopauseComplaints & diseases

3 myths about the menopause

Discover why hormone replacement therapy isn't always necessary, depression isn't inevitable, and weight gain isn't unavoidable during menopause. Learn natural alternatives and lifestyle strategies.

Annoying cold: Who is to blame - viruses or bacteria?Complaints & diseases

Annoying cold: Who is to blame - viruses or bacteria?

Most colds are caused by viruses, making antibiotics ineffective in nine out of ten cases. Learn how to quickly identify if bacteria are involved with a simple home test.

Are antibiotics really useful for cystitis?Complaints & diseases

Are antibiotics really useful for cystitis?

German researchers found that two-thirds of uncomplicated cystitis cases heal without antibiotics. Natural remedies and lifestyle measures can effectively treat urinary tract infections.

New methods of periodontitis therapyComplaints & diseases

New methods of periodontitis therapy

Discover innovative approaches to treating periodontitis, from immune system interventions to laser therapy, offering new hope beyond traditional dental care methods.

Power into the new year: balance your acid-base balanceComplaints & diseases

Power into the new year: balance your acid-base balance

Discover how balancing your acid-base balance can boost energy and eliminate fatigue. Learn which foods and lifestyle changes help neutralize excess acids naturally.

Tai Chi alleviates knee osteoarthritisComplaints & diseases

Tai Chi alleviates knee osteoarthritis

Research shows that tai chi outperforms standard physiotherapy for knee osteoarthritis, delivering greater improvements in quality of life and reduced depression while maintaining joint function.