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When do you need a renal transplant? 2

Table of Content What treatments are available for renal failure? When is renal transplant an option? What is an early transplant? Risk factors in a renal transplant   The kidneys

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Rotator Cuff Injury: Causes and Treatment 3

Causes of Rotator Cuff Injury Repetitive stress – activities which stress the same part of the body Lack of blood supply – the blood supply in the rotator cuff tendons

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What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? 2

• Rheumatoid arthritis or RA is an autoimmune disease • Causes chronic inflammation of the joints • Has periods of disease flares and remissions • Can cause permanent joint destruction

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The relationship between Calcium and Vitamin D 2

Children should drink plenty of milk because it helps their bones grow. We’ve heard this from when we were children and it’s been passed down for generations. But did you

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What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? 2

Carpel tunnel syndrome occurs • Occurs when the median nerve is compressed. • Median nerve is located on the palm side of your hand. • This nerve provides sensation to

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The importance of Physiotherapy after Orthopedic surgeries 10

Orthopedic surgeries cannot be taken lightly since they affect your mobility. Doctors will only advise surgery as a last resort and only if it will improve the quality of life.

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Tips to Walk More Daily 1

‘Watch your steps’ is an expression that all of us are familiar with. It cautions us to be watchful, careful and to look out for things ahead of us. But

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Did you know that stress might actually kill you? 2

Dreams are the building blocks of the ‘castles’ we build. Sadly, dreams often go awry and our castles come crashing down, creating a not-so-nice feeling that refuses to go away.

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6 Reasons to see a Geriatrician 1

Geriatricians are specialists in senior health, trained in caring for an aging body. Their knowledge can help keep you happy and healthy throughout your golden years. 1. Nutrition Absorption of

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What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Can it be cured? 1

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder involving the large intestine or the colon. It is a chronic condition that causes a lot of discomfort and pain but does

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