http://focusonhealthissues.com A review of common medical conditions and their treatment Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:41:42 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en  Obesity is recognised as one of the most serious and growing public health challenges in Europe. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has suggested this trend is particularly worrying in children. In the UK, the Government has launched its Change4Life advertising campaign to help stem the rise of obesity in the ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/the-management-of-obesity Unlike other medical conditions, obesity does not lend itself to the classic medical model where the doctor diagnoses the condition, prescribes a treatment and remains responsible for the treatment outcome. In obesity, the patient exerts the greatest control over the treatment outcome and the success or otherwise of any therapy. ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/management-of-obesity The symptoms of anxiety We will all experience anxiety at some point in our lives. Either before a medical examination, an interview or public presentations, most people will experience psychological feelings of worry or nervousness and occasionally, more physical symptoms, such as dry mouth, sweating, flushing or palpitations. ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/anxiety-disorders         PainWave Drug Free Pain Relief   The PainWave X4000 is a revolutionary pain management therapy that provides pain relief without the need for drugs.   ___________________________________________________ The Painwave X4000 Pain Relief Device is the first hand-held device using Pulsed Electronic Wave forms which were ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/drug-free-pain-relief-fact-or-fiction Tobacco use remains the biggest avoidable threat to public health in the UK despite the fact that smoking rates have declined over the last few years. The estimates for deaths attributable to smoking were 106,000 (2005) equivalent to 22% and 16% of all male and female deaths ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/smoking-cessation-why-and-how Earache In adults, earache is often associated with an upper respiratory tract infection and, as long as the pain is not too severe, can be treated with oral analgesics. If the pain worsens or persists for more than 72 hours, referral to your doctor is advised. Earache in ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/treating-earache-and-sore-throats On 28th February 2009, The Commission of Human Medicines (CHM) reported on a previous review of the possible benefits and risks of over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold remedies for children under 12 years old which was recently completed by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). This report ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/the-treatment-of-cough-and-colds-in-children What is dandruff?   Dandruff is a common scalp condition and whilst it may seem like a minor complaint, it can often make sufferers feel embarrassed and lead to loss of confidence. It is the build up of dead cells on the scalp and it is estimated that one ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/scaly-scalp-conditions How do emollients work?   Emollients are made up of water, oils, fats, waxes often containing one or more of the following active ingredients: Liquid paraffin White soft paraffin Emulsifying ointment They work by providing an oily layer over the surface of the skin, ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/emollients-how-and-why   The first line of treatment in managing eczema is 'complete emollient therapy'. It is a simple effective treatment and is known to be effective in improving symptoms and minimising the risk of flare-ups. The fragrance-free products are usually better and less likely to cause irritation. Emollients are therapeutic ... http://focusonhealthissues.com/managing-atopic-eczema