Illnesses

Let's talk about illness. People living with illness describe the realities of daily life. Experts answer questions about the causes, symptoms and treatment plans for many different conditions.

60 articles

Hypothyroidism: causes, symptoms and treatment
How do you know if you have hypothyroidism, and what helps if your thyroid is underactive? Find out more about hypothyroidism now.
19.12.2024 8 minutes )}

Dementia: definition, progression and prevention
What is dementia? Find out about the causes and symptoms of dementia, and how you can reduce your risk of developing the condition.
07.11.2024 9 minutes )}

Diabetes: definition, signs & risk factors
How can I tell if I have diabetes? What affects your diabetes risk? Find information about diabetes here.
04.09.2024 8 minutes )}

Hyperthyroidism: causes, symptoms and treatment
What are the causes and symptoms of hyperthyroidism? And how do you treat it? Find out more.
03.09.2024 7 minutes )}

Hand, foot and mouth disease: what can you do about it?
Is hand, foot and mouth contagious among children and adults? And how can you speed up recovery from hand, foot and mouth disease?
30.08.2024 5 minutes )}

Motion sickness: symptoms and remedies
What is kinetosis, and what remedies are there for travel sickness? Find out more about motion sickness and how to treat it.
02.07.2024 6 minutes )}

Diarrhoea: what can you do?
What is diarrhoea, and what can you do about it? Interesting facts about diarrhoea and its causes.
02.07.2024 6 minutes )}

Food poisoning: the symptoms, progression and treatment
How long does food poisoning last, and what can you do if you have food poisoning? Find out here.
02.07.2024 5 minutes )}

Sleep apnoea: causes and consequences
What should I do if I experience breathing interruptions while I sleep? Find out all about sleep apnoea here, including symptoms and treatment.
30.04.2024 5 minutes )}

Pollen allergies: what can you do?
What are the symptoms of a pollen allergy, and what can you do if you are affected? Find out about hay fever.
05.03.2024 5 minutes )}