Are you taking too many pills?

ADVICE FROM OUR WOMAN’S WEEKLY DOCTOR

SPECIAL REPORT

Does ketchup take up room in the fridge because you’re unsure about keeping it in the cupboard? Or do you still treat bug bites with toothpaste, as that’s what you did growing up? When it comes to wel

DON’T WANT TO TAKE SLEEPING PILLS Q My daughter was recently involved in a car accident and she’s still in intensive care. It’s all been very distressing. My GP prescribed me some sleeping pills, but

Q My mum is 87 and lives alone – she is on several medications. I usually order and collect her prescriptions for her and I have noticed that she seems to be reordering some more frequently than other

Our health writer Jackie Mitchell looks at prevention methods. IT’S Back Care Awareness Week from October 2 to 8. The campaign aims to raise awareness about back pain, causes, prevention and treatment