Medical
Ten natural ways to ease hay fever this spring!
The beauty of new plants stirring into life signals the arrival of spring, but it also brings hay fever season; however, there are natural ways to ease hay fever this spring.
Medical
Are you ageing chronologically or biologically?
Biological age is the age of your cells and tissues based on physiological evidence. Chronological age is the number of years you’ve been alive.
Medical
Chest pain: A heart attack or something else?
When you have chest pain, your first thought may be that you’re having a heart attack. While chest pain is a well-established sign of a heart attack, it can also be caused by many other less severe conditions.
Medical
What causes joint pain?
Bad habits, age, weight, previous injuries, overuse, and other medical conditions can all contribute to joint pain, affecting the joint’s function and limiting a person’s ability to do basic tasks.
Medical
Why do women get migraine?
Hormonal changes, specifically fluctuations and estrogen that can occur during menstrual periods, pregnancy, and perimenopause, can trigger a migraine attack in women.
Medical
Surprising reasons for back pain
Back pain is one of the most common medical problems. It can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain that may shoot down the leg. A common cause of back pain is injury to a muscle or ligament.
Nutrition
Which foods can save your heart?
Heart-healthy eating involves choosing certain foods, such as fruits and vegetables, while limiting others, such as saturated fats and added sugars.
Medical
What you need to know about infective endocarditis
Bacteria can enter the bloodstream (bacteraemia) through the mouth, gut, or skin.
Children's Health
RSV in children
The only symptoms in very young infants with RSV may be irritability, decreased activity, and breathing difficulties.
Medical
What is the link between Parkinson’s and gut bacteria imbalance?
There is bidirectional communication between the gut microbiota and the brain.
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Welcome, Dr Liezl Dawson, to Intercare Irene
Meet Dr Liezl Dawson, an experienced dentist who joined Intercare Irene in January 2026.
