Respiratory conditions can range from short-term infections like colds, influenza or bronchitis to chronic illnesses such as asthma or COPD. Our lungs can be susceptible to infections, irritants and inflammation, which can lead to these conditions. Treatments focus on helping you breathe comfortably while minimising the risk of complications.
Sleep restores our bodies and minds and allows us to keep functioning during waking hours. Insomnia describes either difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. We look at tips to develop better sleeping habits.
Sunburn occurs when living tissue is over-exposed to ultraviolet radiation causing it to change in colour from slightly pink to severely red or purple. Obviously, it is better to protect the skin from the sun, but if sometimes you get caught out, the skin will feel hot and sore, and if severe, cause blisters, fever, nausea and dehydration. Sunburn treatment won’t heal your skin, but may ease pain, swelling and discomfort. Try to: Cool the burnt skin with a cold, wet towel or soak in a cool bath with baking soda (approx. 60g in a bath). You will need to repeat this through the day, about 10 minutes at a time. Apply a cooling gel, lotion or a moisturising cream....
If you’ve found yourself wondering whether your cold needs more than just rest and hot tea, you are not alone. We look at causes of winter coughs and colds and offer advice to help you recover more comfortably.
