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Your skin is the largest organ in your body. What’s more, your other organs are hidden away, protected from the outside world. But your skin is in constant contact with germs – many of them harmless b

Warm weather, longer days, and maybe even a holiday? The summer is finally upon us – hooray! But all that sun, tempting sugary tipples and disrupted sleep can make this time of year the perfect recipe

THESE days, making a GP appointment often means completing an online form outlining your symptoms and how long the problem has been going on. Depending on the nature of the problem, you may be offered

RESTLESS Legs Syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a condition of the nervous system that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs. It can be associated with another condition ca

This bulbous flowering plant is part of the Allium family, and has been used in cooking and as a traditional remedy for thousands of years across many ancient civilisations. Garlic does not contribute

When it comes to getting correct medical advice, it can be hard to know where to turn. Here’s some of the latest social media trends and my view on their efficacy and safety… 1 TAPING YOUR MOUTH TO ST