Seasonal affective disorder (winter depression)
The terms 'winter depression' and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) describe a form of depression that occurs in the winter months. Women are affected more often than men, and the prominent symptoms are: Light is often an important part of the ... [... more]
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Genital warts
Genital warts are a sexually transmitted condition caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). Genital warts can be flat with stalks, or cauliflower-like, and are most often seen on the genitals or the area around the rectum. Genital warts are ... [... more]
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Whooping cough (pertussis)
Whooping cough (pertussis) is still a very serious disease when it occurs in children under the age of one year old. But thanks to an effective vaccine and prevention against infection, it is now quite rare. Whooping cough is a very serious ... [... more]
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Wilson's disease
Wilson's disease is caused by a build up of excess copper in the body. A small amount of copper is needed in the diet for health to repair cells. But excess copper is toxic and can damage the organs. Wilson's disease is also sometimes called ... [... more]
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Get active in winter
Winter vomiting disease is a stomach bug caused by a group of viruses called noroviruses. Noroviruses are highly contagious and the most common cause of stomach infection in the UK, with estimates of 600,000 to one million cases each year. Other ... [... more]
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