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What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a psychological condition in which individuals typically experience symptoms of depression during fall/winter months which remit during the spring/summer months. There are several proposed hypotheses put forward to explain the condition, as well as a range of effective treatment methods available to address the symptoms.

3 Feb 2019

Types of Glaucoma

Glaucoma refers to a group of optic neuropathies that cause progressive damage to retinal ganglion cells. This damage leads to cupping of the optic nerve and ultimate visual loss.

3 Feb 2019

Does Cinnamon Help with Weight Loss?

Cinnamon is a famous spice used for a wide range of dishes, from regular meals to desserts. But how can cinnamon help in weight loss?

3 Feb 2019

How Chemotherapy Affects Daily Living

Chemotherapy is among the most common treatments offered for cancer, both for curative and for palliation purposes.

30 Jan 2019

Everything You Need to Know About Giving Up Cigarettes

So you have decided to give up smoking. That is undoubtedly a great decision, but the difficulties start from day one.

30 Jan 2019

Caring for a Loved One with Cancer

When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, both the patient and the family go through a very difficult time.

30 Jan 2019

Proving Painsomnia is Real: A Case Study

Painsomnia is experienced by anyone with a chronic pain causing them to lose sleep, which in turn lowers their tolerance to pain.

29 Jan 2019

What is Coloboma?

Coloboma is a congenital defect that affects the normal structure of the eye causing an absence of part of the eye tissue.

29 Jan 2019

What are Nanosponges?

Nanosponges are an innovative drug delivery system that has recently emerged as a result of rapid advances in nanotechnology and the need for precise, targeted drug delivery.

29 Jan 2019

Drug Desensitization Safety

Drug desensitization induces a temporary state of tolerance, during which the drug can be administered safely.

28 Jan 2019

Antibody Research and Alzheimer’s Disease

As the population ages, research into effective treatments for the management or prevention of Alzheimer's disease will become more and more important.

28 Jan 2019

Can CBD Oil Be Used to Treat Epilepsy?

Cannabis is one of the most widely used recreational drugs worldwide. It comes in many variations that have been used both for medicinal purposes e.g. in the treatment or management of various diseases, as well for recreational purposes to achieve a ‘high’.

23 Jan 2019

Military Diet: Health Risks

Due to the rising levels of obesity and increased access to health information, many individuals are turning to dietary plans to lose weight.

30 Jan 2019

Infrared Therapy: Health Benefits and Risks

Infrared therapy is a new and innovative light-based method to treat pain and inflammation in various parts of the body. Unlike ultraviolet light, which can damage the skin, infrared light enhances cell regeneration. Infrared light is delivered to the site of injury or inflammation at certain wavelengths, promoting cell repair.

30 Jan 2019