Taking care of yourself as a Parent
Becoming a parent changes your life. It is vitally important to take care of yourself so you can take care of your family. Especially for Mums! EATING WELL A healthy balanced diet is always important, especially after giving birth. Use the food pyramid to help you choose a daily balanced diet. Choose three servings […]
Eye Care – Dry Eyes
Eye Care – Dry Eyes Dry eye syndrome, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, occurs when the eyes do not make enough tears or the tears evaporate too quickly. Eyes dry out and become red and swollen and irritated. Dry eye syndrome is a common complaint and can affect people of any age, but the chances […]
Eye Health in Older Patients
Eye Health in Older Patients There are several eye problems that become more common among people as they age, although they can affect anyone at any age. Many of them while bothersome are not particularly serious such as presbyopia ( having too many tears from light sensitivity) Others however can be both serious and have […]
Hay Fever
Hay Fever Learning how to avoid triggers and finding the right treatment can make a big difference. What is it? Hay fever, (also called allergic rhinitis) causes cold-like signs and symptoms such as a runny nose, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. But unlike a cold, hay fever isn’t caused by a virus. Hay fever is […]
Tanning Tips
Pre-Tanning Wax/Shave 24hrs before hand Exfoliate 24hrs before hand Shower in the morning before tan Dont use any deodrant or any lotions on skin prior to application Use moisturiser on dry areas Wear loose dark clothing Post-Tanning Avoid Water Shower 6-8 hours after application Pat dry after showering (do not rub) Continue to use moisturiser […]
Hayfever Advice
Hay Fever is an allergic reaction to pollen from trees, grass, or flowers. It often gets worse with the increased pollen count from April to September. The body produces histamine to fight off the offending pollen, but this can lead to the classic hay fever symptoms: Runny, itchy nose Sneezing Itchy, runny, red eyes Nasal […]
First Aid
First Aid First aid is: help given to a person who has been hurt or is suddenly taken ill. First aid is the steps you can take before a person gets expert medical help or before the next level of help arrives. First aid can sometimes save a person’s life, but more often it is help […]
Acne
Zits. Pimples. Blemishes. No matter what you call them, ACNE can be distressing and annoyingly persistent! What is Acne? Acne is the common cause of ‘spots’. Most people with acne are aged between 12 and 25, but some older and younger people are affected. Acne usually affects the face but may also affect the back, […]
Caring for a Loved One with a Mental Illness
Depression affects over 450,000 people in the country at any one time, and we are working hard as a nation to lift the stigma attached. Often the focus of advice is towards the person suffering from depression, but carers and loved ones of sufferers are often left feeling helpless, anxious and alone. Watching somebody you […]
Asthma
What is Asthma? Asthma is a condition that affects the airways – the small tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs. The airways become over-sensitive, which means that they react to things that would normally not cause a problem, such as cold air or dust. This reaction means that muscles around the […]
