With rib injuries, we tend not to breathe very deeply. Pain relief is important to reduce the risk of developing a chest infection. This is because the movement of the ribs is painful, so we try to reduce it

Building a good exercise habit in your teens is a crucial step in maintaining a healthy lifestyle into adulthood, so I would be keen to find a solution for your daughter

People often think that a fracture or a break is different but, in medicine, we use the terms interchangeably

Interestingly, body ‘odour’ is primarily caused by normal skin bacteria digesting the oils in the sweat produced by these glands, rather than the sweat itself

How do I find out if this bad period pain is endometriosis?

Most of the time, when we pick up a bug, it will take somewhere between one and two weeks to settle down

Although surgical intervention will often result in a quicker result, it carries some risk.

"The difference between paracetamol and ibuprofen can be confusing and cause a lot of worry for parents trying to pick which one they should use in any given situation."

Norovirus is a small, highly contagious virus that causes ‘winter vomiting illness’

It can be difficult to get clear and definite answers when looking for information about tongue-tie. This lack of clarity can leave parents feeling anxious and uncomfortable when seeking to make the best decision for their child.