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What Is a General Practitioner, and How Do You Choose One?

What Is a General Practitioner, and How Do You Choose One? general practitioner

Your first experience with a General Practitioner (GP) was probably with your family doctor as a child. A GP would usually form long-term relationships with you and your family, providing continual primary healthcare. They treat common illnesses (both acute and chronic diseases) and perform routine checks and preventive examinations to keep you and your family […]

What is a Vaccination Schedule?

What is a Vaccination Schedule? vaccination-schedule

A vaccination schedule entails a sequence of immunisations, specifying the timing for administering each dose, which may be recommended or mandatory based on your country. A vaccine is an antigenic formulation utilised to induce active immunity against a disease, aiming to prevent or mitigate the impact of infection caused by any naturally occurring or “wild” […]

How can seniors prevent health problems?

How can seniors prevent health problems? How can seniors prevent health problems as they age?

Maintaining physical and mental wellbeing as a senior can be achieved through several measures, such as spending time outdoors, engaging in light exercises, consuming nutritious meals, seeking companionship, and participating in mentally stimulating activities such as solving crosswords or Sudoku puzzles. While some seniors might include a daily glass of whisky or wine, others swear […]

7 Reasons Why Pap Smears Are Important

7 Reasons Why Pap Smears Are Important Pap smears

A Pap test, or Pap smear, may seem quite intimidating for women. Yet, women must undergo this test routinely to maintain their health or detect any issues early on. This screening method involves gathering cells from the cervix—the lower, tapered portion of the uterus located at the apex of the vagina. Identifying cervical cancer in […]