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Look after your bowels for better health

Look after your bowels for better health

Table of content Q c × Look after your bowels for better health and well-beingHow our bowel worksCommon bowel problemsTreating bowel complications through lifestyleTreating constipation with laxativesPromoting good bowel health Look after your bowels for better...
Reasons why men don’t visit the Doctor

Reasons why men don’t visit the Doctor

I didn’t want to spoil the family holiday – and other reasons why men don’t visit the Doctor Harry was with his family catching a few waves in the surf when he felt a heavy aching in both arms. The same pain he had a day or so beforehand after yard...
The warning signs of prostate cancer

The warning signs of prostate cancer

The warning signs of prostate cancer According to current statistics, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men, with around one in seven men being diagnosed with it by the age of 85. It’s more common in older men, with 63 per cent diagnosed in men...
Five health checks for men

Five health checks for men

Five health checks for men One of the best ways to take care of yourself is to have regular health checks with your doctor. Even if you feel well or don’t have any symptoms you’re concerned about, you should make time for regular check-ups. This is because some...
Is your school ready for your child?

Is your school ready for your child?

Helping your school get ready for your child Things to consider in developing a health care plan to support a child with a disability or chronic disease to get ready for school When starting at a new school, many families will organise ways to support their child with...
Exercise: Get moving in 2020

Exercise: Get moving in 2020

Exercise: Get moving in 2020 Exercise is great for both physical and mental health; the benefits of moving even just a little bit more each day are significant. Exercise can increase your energy levels, maintain and strengthen bone and muscles, help with brain...