It’s so easy to put exercise and activity to the bottom of your long to-do list. But being active is …

Physical activity and exercise can have immediate and long-term health benefits. Most importantly, …

We can all come up with lots of excuses to avoid exercise. Do you have an excuse for not being …

If exercise is another job on your never-ending list, chances are it won’t be sustainable. If you …

Congratulations! You’ve decided to build physical activity into your daily life. The next step is to …

Pre-exercise screening is used to identify people with medical conditions that may put them at a …

Making any lifestyle change can be challenging Many people find that having a goal in mind gives …

There is an increasing focus on the benefits of physical activity and encouraging the American …

The physical activity guidelines for Americans for Americans ages 65+ it is recommended that they …

Regular physical activity is vital for good physical and mental health. It helps improve your …

Making the adjustment to life with limited mobility or motor control can be a difficult process. …

Body piercing is popular for both men and women. While it is often associated with young people, …

‘Pins and needles’ (paresthesia) is a sensation of uncomfortable tingling, prickling, itching or …

What are pinworms? The most common type of human worm infection in United States is pinworm. Other …

The endocrine system is made up of glands that secrete chemicals called hormones into the …

rash caused by a virus It tends to be common in autumn and spring, and young adults - particularly …

What is the placebo effect? The placebo effect is when a person’s physical or mental health appears …

During pregnancy, the placenta provides the growing baby with oxygen and nutrients from the mother’s …

Placental abruption means the placenta has detached (come away) from the wall of the uterus, either …

If you are getting older or looking after someone who is older, you may be thinking about getting …

If you are caring for a child with a disability, by planning ahead and putting in place certain …

Your values, beliefs and preferences for your end-of-life care are unique and important. You have …

A broken bone is a common event. Given time and the right care, the bone is able to heal itself A …

Play is an important part of a child’s development. Playing outside in the fresh air can be fun and …

Each of your lungs is covered by a thin membrane called the visceral pleura. The inner wall of your …

Pneumococcal disease refers to a range of illnesses that affect various parts of the body and are …

The infection can cause milder symptoms such as sinusitis or ear infections. More serious …

Pneumonia is a type of lung infection, caused by a virus or bacteria. The lungs are filled with …

Accidental poisoning is common, especially among toddlers aged between one and 3 years. Children …

, is a highly contagious viral infection, that can cause paralysis and death. The poliovirus is …

Polio (referred to medically as poliomyelitis) is a serious disease caused by infection with any of …

What is pollen? Pollen is a powdery, granular substance in the flowers of trees, grasses and weeds …

What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? PCOS is a complex hormonal condition that affects about …

Blood cells are created inside bone marrow, and the number of each type of blood cell is carefully …

Typical symptoms include moderate-to-severe muscle pain and stiffness, particularly affecting the …

Polymyositis is a connective tissue disease that triggers inflammation and muscular weakness. The …

A polyp is a small protrusion of tissue that looks like a ball on the end of a slim stalk and can …

Porphyria is the umbrella term for a group of rare conditions that involve a molecule called ‘heme’ …

PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis): dosage is usually 1 tablet taken daily (in some circumstances, a …

The move from school to adult life presents young people with a disability with a whole new world of …

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a set of reactions that can develop in people who have …

Regular exercise has numerous health benefits, all of which apply equally to the new mother as at …

If you want an example of good posture, just look at a young child – their back shows a graceful ‘S’ …

Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects development and growth. It is thought …

What is PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis)? PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is an oral medication taken …

Before you have a vaccination, your GP or immunisation provider will ask you a number of questions …

These diagrams show the position of the baby and demonstrate the technique of ‘abdominal palpation’, …

Bleeding from the vagina in early pregnancy is very common. In fact, it is thought to happen in …

Many women take some kind of drug, substance or medication during pregnancy without realising that …

What is morning sickness? Around half to two-thirds of all pregnant women will experience morning …