Can I wait to have my child tested for autism? Many parents are reluctant to have their child labeled as autistic. They feel that waiting a few months or a few years will give their child a chance to improve or “get out of this...
Read MoreDepression is common after strokes – maybe 40% of people who have a stroke will become clinically depressed. Losing the use of part of one’s body is such a catastrophic, frustrating event, with the addition of possible...
Read MoreWhat does my doctor mean when she says I need to minimise my risk factors? The sorts of things your doctor is concerned about are: • Do you smoke? • How much alcohol do you drink? • Do you take regular exercise? •...
Read MoreI have had medication and lots of tests for angina. I am now being offered bypass surgery. Why do I need this? Operations for coronary artery disease are usually designed to improve the blood supply to the heart. A decision by...
Read MoreThe recommendation to treat overweight and obesity is based not only on evidence that relates obesity to increased mortality but also on Evidence Category A – Sources of Evidence –RCT (Randomized controlled trials (rich...
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