Deborah Fields

Feature Writer

B.Sc.

Chemistry

Deborah holds a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry from the University of Birmingham and a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism qualification from Cardiff University. She enjoys writing about the latest innovations. Previously she has worked as an editor of scientific patent information, an education journalist and in communications for innovative healthcare, pharmaceutical and technology organisations. She also loves books and has run a book group for several years. Her enjoyment of fiction extends to writing her own stories for pleasure.

Articles from Deborah

Zika Virus Symptoms

The Zika virus, a disease from the Flavivirus genus which is a member of the Flaviviridae family of viruses causes sickness in about 1 in 5 of those infected.

22 Feb 2016

Zika prevention

Researchers are gradually discovering more about the Zika virus and how it spreads in humans.

22 Feb 2016

Zika diagnosis

Zika virus, a disease that usually occurs in tropical environments and is spread to humans primarily via mosquito bites, shows symptoms in about 1 in every 5 people who become infected. The symptoms are mild and can be initially confused with viruses from the same family such as dengue fever until the patient has undergone further diagnosis from healthcare professionals. The symptoms can include a fever, joint pain, conjunctivitis, muscle pain and a rash.

22 Feb 2016

What is the Zika virus?

The Zika virus causes fever, joint pain, headaches, a rash, conjunctivitis and muscle pain. As with other viruses, it is characterised by spreading via the cells of the body. Both men and women can contract the disease. It is a member of the Flavivirus genus which is a member of the Flaviviridae family.

22 Feb 2016

Headache and Migraine: What’s the Difference?

A very severe headache might be mistaken for a migraine but there are some specific differences. However, they are triggered by different factors and people feel distinctive symptoms. What happens immediately before the patient experiences pain and during the attack can help in making a diagnosis. The tension headache, the most common kind and a migraine are compared to show how they impact the patient.

2 Feb 2016

Can Contact Lenses Cause Headaches?

Contact lenses are commonly used to correct vision as an alternative to glasses but their use can sometimes be accompanied by headaches if they do not fully compensate for vision problems or they do not fit the eyes properly.

2 Feb 2016