Yolanda Smith

Feature Writer

B.Pharm.

Pharmacy

Yolanda graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of South Australia and has experience working in both Australia and Italy. She is passionate about how medicine, diet and lifestyle affect our health and enjoys helping people understand this. In her spare time she loves to explore the world and learn about new cultures and languages.

Articles from Yolanda

Causes of Excessive Belching

Although belching is a physiological process, various conditions may lead to or cause excessive belching or burping including stomach conditions.

22 Dec 2016

Causes of Elbow or Arm Pain

There are various possible causes of elbow pain or arm pain. These include injury to the arm, compression of the nerves that serve the arm, arthritis, and various other health conditions.

22 Dec 2016

Allergic Reaction to Skin Products

Skin products and cosmetics are commonly used to improve hygiene and appearance of the skin. They are safe and effective for most people, but some individuals may experience sensitivity or an allergic reaction in response to some products.

22 Dec 2016

Living with Neck Pain

For patients who suffer from chronic neck pain, it can be difficult to adjust to the changes and maintain a high quality of life. However, with adequate treatment, most people are able to continue participating in normal activities with little interruption to their everyday routine.

19 Dec 2016

Living with Lower Back Pain

There are several ways to help patients living with lower back pain to improve their quality of life and enable them to partake in activities as normal.

19 Dec 2016

Causes of Neck Pain

Neck pain is most commonly caused by mechanical stress to the neck, such as strains or sprains to the muscles and ligaments in the neck.

15 Dec 2016

Causes of Lower Back Pain

There are many possible causes of lower back pain, with the majority being mechanical in nature. It is often linked to spondylosis, the degeneration of the intervertebral discs of the spine due to everyday wear and tear.

15 Dec 2016

Causes of Dry Skin

Dry skin (xerosis) results from loss of water or oil, which can occur in a number of different ways. There are many possible causes of dry skin and it can affect any individual.

12 Dec 2016

Effects of Dry Skin

Dry skin, also known as xerosis or xeroderma, is very common and can affect any individual, although it is more common in elderly populations. In most cases, it does not pose a serious problem but can sometimes lead to dermatological complications and be difficult to treat.

9 Dec 2016

History of Nursing

Nursing as a profession has existed throughout history, although it has evolved considerably over time. In the current healthcare system, nurses are one of the most trusted healthcare professionals with a significant role to play in the treatment and medical care of the sick.

7 Dec 2016