We have started to see patients in clinic this week with symptoms of common viral upper respiratory infections and many are asking: should I be tested for Swine flu? Remember by far the majority of ... Read More »

This was the message I received from a member on DS with a suggestion to write this blog. How do you carry on after the death of a loved one?  I know there are people on DS ... Read More »

 There are mixed reactions to the filming of Jade Goody during the end of her life after a struggle against cervical cancer. I am glad to see the discussion taking place.  Jade Goody is ... Read More »

Many of you know that Opiates, non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and other drugs, are associated with constipation. Constipation can become a bigger struggle for you than the illness that led ... Read More »

Primary brain tumors arise from different cells of the central nervous system. Distinguish this in your mind from secondary brain tumors which are those originating elsewhere in the body that ... Read More »

Vitamin D is readily available through sun exposure and as a supplement yet there are new reasons to believe we are not getting as much Vitamin D as we need. Vitamin D deficiency ... Read More »

What are they and why do we care? Probiotics are microorganisms that have beneficial properties for the host (that's us). Probiotics are an important way we can alter intestinal ... Read More »