COPD EXACERBATION
A Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) exacerbation means a worsening or a “flare up” of the COPD symptoms. In many cases, an exacerbation is due to a lung infection, but,
Living with a chronic, lifelong (very) irritable condition
“It is worse than a bad marriage.” A long time ago, a client and friend to whom I had just diagnosed Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), a chronic but not life-threatening
Homeopathic relief for varicose veins
Varicose veins are veins that have become enlarged and knobbly. The affected area may show the veins bulging and protruding, and their colour may shine purplish or bluish through the
What do you know about flue prevention?
Take the time to get a flu vaccine ■ A yearly flu vaccine is the first and most important step in the protection against influenza and its potentially serious complications.
Kitchen herbs for viral infections
Last month I talked about gut health, immunity and how to boost our natural defences with pre- and pro-biotic foods. From this month, I’m going to take you through a
HPA Hyperthermia Centre celebrates one year of activity
In the fight against cancer, all weapons count. It was with this in mind that the Hyperthermia Centre was installed at the Gambelas Hospital, the second of its kind in
He who has fleas … can also have lice
I have always adored old sayings. They are a poetic expression of generations and generations of “living” experiences and they are usually right and very wise. The title for this
Chiropractic, brain and posture
Your nervous system controls every function of your body. It acts as a link between consciousness and matter, between mind and body. There is no part of your body and
Diabetic retinopathy – answers and questions
Among the various complications related to diabetes, retinopathy is the main cause of avoidable blindness in the population aged between 20 and 65. This is sufficient reason to warrant regular
Bach flowers and the Rescue Remedy
The Bach flower remedies are little dropper bottles of essences that today are widely available across health food stores in most European countries. Their use and in particular that of