Gynaecology Archives - Page 17 of 294

Safe sex, alcohol and the work Christmas party

Relaxing and getting to know work colleagues is a well-deserved reward for a year of hard work. But bear in mind that the combination of booze, festive enthusiasm and the boss (or work mates) is a potentially dangerous combination.

Bed wetting (nocturnal enuresis)

Bed wetting or nocturnal enuresis is defined as intermittent episodes of wetting the bed while asleep in children who are over 5 years of age. There are two main types of bed wetting, although there is often overlap between the two types.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Overview

Inflammatory bowel disease refers to a group of gastrointestinal conditions, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. They produce chronic symptoms including dairrhoea, nausea and abdominal pain.

Blueberry smoothie

A recipe for a delicious low fat, low calorie smoothie packed with calcium and vitamins. The perfect beverage to serve friends on a hot day. It contains blueberries, mango and frozen yoghurt.

Breast and nipple thrush (BNT; breast and nipple candidiasis; mammary candidias…

Breast and nipple thrush (BNT) is a yeast infection of the nipple and breast caused by a fungal organism known as Candida albicans, a common cause of all thrush infections. It occurs most commonly in breastfeeding mothers.

5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists (Serotonin Blockers)

Introduction How do serotonin-blocking drugs work? What are the different types of serotonin-blocking drugs? First-generation serotonin blockers Second-generation serotonin blockers […]

Alcohol: Responsible drinking

Alcohol is commonly consumed for fun during social occasions in Australia and most Australians have tried alcoholic beverages at some stage. Alcohol can cause several long and short term negative health consequences.

Zucchini slice

This simple recipe makes a delicious low-calorie zucchini slice which is perfect for a main meal or a healthy snack. Even the fussiest kids will love it. Contains zucchini, eggs and bacon.

Alcohol: How to Help a Drunk Person

Alcohol is the most widely used psychoactive, or mood-changing, recreational drug in Australia. There is a large spectrum of alcohol use and associated problems in Australia, some of which may not appear as though they are obviously related to alcohol. Supporting those with...

Happy family having roast chicken dinner at table

Vegetable Lasagne with a Twist

A recipe for a calcium rich vegetable lasagna. Suitable for vegetarians, this recipe tastes fantastic served hot or cold with a side salad. Contains spinach, carrot and mozzarella cheese.