Folic acid
What are folic acid and folate? Folic acid is the man-made form of folate, a B vitamin. Folate is found naturally in certain fruits, vegetables, […]
Month: October 2018
Sleep and Your Health
How does sleep affect my mental health? Your mind and body are healthier when you sleep well. Your body needs time every day to rest […]
Uterine Fibroids – Causes, Symptoms and Treatmens
What are fibroids? Fibroids are muscular tumors that grow in the wall of the uterus (womb). Another medical term for fibroids is leiomyoma or just […]
Genital Warts Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
What are genital warts? Genital warts are a type of STI caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). While there is no cure for HPV, you […]
Pap and HPV Tests
What is a Pap test? A Pap test is a test your doctor or nurse does to check your cervix for any cells that are […]
Cervical cancer – Causes, Symptoms and Preventions
What is cervical cancer? Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the cervix, the lower, narrow part of the uterus. It happens when the body’s […]
Asthma Prevention and Treatment
Asthma medicines work by opening the lung airways or by reducing the inflammation in the lungs. Some asthma medicines are pills, but most come from […]
Causes and Symptoms of Asthma
What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic lung disease that affects the bronchial tubes. Your bronchial tubes carry air into and out of your lungs. […]
Acne Treatments
Can more serious forms of acne be treated? Yes. Work with your doctor to find the best treatment for you. Moderate to moderately severe acne. This […]
Acne – Types and Symptoms
What is acne? Acne is a disorder that causes outbreaks of skin lesions commonly called pimples. It is caused by the skin’s oil glands making […]