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Travelling to foreign lands comes with the risk of getting diseases. However, modern medicine made it possible for us to have extra protection by administration of vaccines that are safe and give immunity against infectious diseases foreign to us.   The WHO advises that travellers should have a medical consultation and take steps to prevent contracting illnesses or diseases outside their homes. Why should you visit a travel clinic pre-departure? Visiting a travel clinic before travelling, whether for leisure or business, is necessary. Covid is still very much active in many countries. Some diseases are not found in the UK but are present elsewhere. The best protection we can get is through vaccination. It is advised that eight weeks before your travel date, you should have a vaccine so there would be enough time for your body to adjust its level of immunity. What are the vaccines that you should get? Routine and selective vaccines depend on the country or your tr...

  Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that keeps our body and nerve cells healthy. In addition, sufficient Vitamin B12 keeps our body from getting tired and weak since it releases energy from food.  People with folate or vitamin b12 deficiency experience symptoms of headaches, loss of appetite, palpitations, feeling weak or tired, diarrhoea, mouth ulcers, muscle weakness, and even problems with cognitive judgement and understanding. It can develop folate deficiency anaemia in severe cases and cause permanent damage if left untreated. How Can We Add Vitamin B12 and Folate To Our Daily Diet? Some people eat a vegan or vegetarian diet, which can experience deficiency. In addition, some suffer from stomach operations or intestine condition that has put them in a state where their stomach prevents B12 absorption.   There are many other reasons for Vitamin B12 deficiency but we have listed below how we can add to our daily diet: Eat good sources of folate, such as brussel sp...

  A medical checkup or a physical exam is done by a doctor to evaluate your health condition. It is a series of examinations that provides you and your doctor with information about which part of your body may need more attention or sheds light on any discomforts you may be experiencing. As part of your checkup, your doctor will discuss your medical history, including any previous or present health conditions you have or that run in your family, past medical procedures you underwent, any current medications you are taking, and your habits, diet, and lifestyle. One vital aspect of your routine checkup is laboratory exams which blood testing is a part of. Blood work is a helpful tool that helps your doctor understand your physical state. It is beneficial for conditions that do not alert you to any symptoms in their early stage. What are the benefits of blood testing? Your doctor will recommend how often you need to run your lab tests. As you age, your doctor can add more t...

  Your body is composed of complex systems that work round the clock to keep your physical condition in order. However, there are instances where professional help is required to correct certain disorders. For instance, earwax or cerumen is naturally produced by your ears to serve a number of purposes. It is something you hardly notice or think about until it causes some potential problems. For example, when there is a build-up of earwax or when it is impacted, it leads to pain and other ear discomforts. It is best to visit your local Earwax removal clinic for assistance in such situations. What Causes Earwax to Build Up? ●      Ears produce dry or naturally hard earwax, which can also happen as you age. ●      Ears have narrow canals ●      Ears have bony parts in the outer ear canal ●      Frequent use of cotton swabs ●      Using ear plugs or hearing aids keeps ea...