HPV Vaccination Programme

HPV vaccination programme has been a success

Diseases & Disorders, Health Education, Immunisation, Living with Cancer, Men's Health, Sexual Health, Women’s HealthLeave a comment

Cases of HPV and severe dysplasia (the clusters of abnormal cells that can go on to form cancer) have fallen dramatically in young women since the introduction of the HPV vaccination programme ten years ago. A study published in the International Journal of Cancer compared the cervical smear test results of 23-year-old Danish women. The…

Acid Reflux

Acid reflux

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Acid reflux occurs when stomach contents moves backward into the esophagus. It’s also called acid regurgitation or gastroesophageal reflux (GER). Acid reflux is a common digestive condition. According to the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), more than 1 in 5 experience acid reflux at least once a month. Acid reflux usually causes a burning sensation in the chest. The…