In the harsh Australian summer, it is relatively easy for anyone, child or adult, to get sunburnt. Recent information about the hole in the earth’s ozone layer shows us that the danger of exposure to harmful ultraviolet rays (UVB) from the sun is greater now than it has ever been. Australia has one of the [...]
For many mothers, the first few days of breastfeeding are usually accompanied by sore or cracked nipples. Pain is often felt at the beginning of a feed and eases off as the baby continues sucking. This can be very distressing, especially if you are already fatigued after the delivery. Limit feeds to a maximum of [...]
We haven’t been to church together in so long that I don’t think we know where it is. WIFE Many of the couples in the super marital sex program found jt meaningful for them to attend a religious service together. Where differences in religions existed, couples were asked to visit the church or temple of [...]
I’m not actually “in love” with him. I love him, but I’m not in love with him. WIFE Leo Buscaglia lectures that we are all one-winged angels who live to our fullest human potential only when we join intimately with another person. Poets, artists, musicians tell us that love is the most important element of [...]
For years, we have been saying it is unhealthy at any age to be overweight. We have had a set of ideal weights for height and age and have exhorted our patients to lose weight and to conform to these ideals. Our evidence was based on studies of American insurance companies from 1935 to 1953 [...]
When a low residue diet is taken, this time is doubled, the muscular contractions of the bowel are increased and the inside pressure is raised. It is this rise in pressure which is believed to produce the herniation which causes the diverticula. They usually involve the lower portion of the colon or the large bowel [...]
It is not always important to know the exact extent of the cancer. The importance depends on what treatment is being considered. For example, say a woman and her doctor were considering an extensive operation to remove the entire womb and both ovaries for cancer of the cervix. It would be important to be as [...]
There are often mild cold symptoms and an enlargement of the lymph glands, particularly those at the back of the head. Some people develop a mild inflammation of the joints. No problem arises from this disease, except if a woman develops it during pregnancy. If she does, the virus can cross the placenta and affect [...]
During festive occasions. It’s well-known that the worst time of the year for the sale of weight control programs is the period leading up to the festive season at Christmas. The best time, on the other hand, is immediately after New Year. For most people, festive periods— including Christmas, Easter, birthdays, re-unions and other cultural [...]
How long should I wait before resuming walking and tennis after having a hysterectomy? Most women who have had a laparoscopic or vaginal hysterectomy can walk short distances within a week and longer distances after about three weeks. For abdominal hysterectomy, add a further two weeks. From then on, be guided by how you feel. [...]