Spring is one of the most loved seasons, however this transition period can bring to some most common springtime illnesses: allergies, respiratory infections, hay fever, Lyme disease, and etc. Most of the above mentioned diseases are not life threatening, but if you have symptoms affecting your daily life , make an appointment with your GP.
Over-the-Counter Medications, or OTCs, are drugs that you can buy without a doctor’s prescription. You usually can buy it from local grocery or drug stores. Generally, OTCs are safe and effective for public use. Before using the OTC medications, you should always read the Drug Facts label. The most common complaints that OTCs treat are pain, cold and flu, allergies, indigestion and heartburn.
Type 1 diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in childhood. It's characterized by the body's inability to produce insulin. Usually it affects children and adolescents, but in adults it also can develop. All patients with type 1 DM need lifelong daily insulin therapy.
Calcium is one of the most plentiful minerals in our body. When people don't consume a normal amount of calcium, it can weaken teeth and bones, causing osteoporosis. The primary dietary sources of calcium are dairy products and milk. If you're not getting enough calcium from your food, doctors may recommend calcium supplements.
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that develops when bone density and minerals are decreased, and bone structure is distorted. Osteoporosis is called “silent” disease, because it has no symptoms until the first fracture. It’s most prevalent in postmenopausal women.
