Bladder cancer occurs in the tissues of the bladder, which is the organ in the body that holds urine. There are around 10,200 new bladder cancer cases in the UK every year, that’s 28 every day (2014-2016). Bladder cancer Bladder cancer is the 10th most common cancer in the UK accounting for 3% of all new cancer cases(2016). In females in the UK, bladder cancer is the […]
Why do the screening? The aim is to detect any cancer at an early stage when treatment will be effective. It is important also for early detection of polyps which can turn cancerous. 1 in 20 people get bowel cancer during their lifetime It is the 3rd most common cancer in the UK Regular screening
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What Causes Blood in Urine? Haematuria is the medical term for blood in your urine. Several different conditions and diseases can cause this including infections, kidney disease, cancer, and rare blood disorders. Sometimes the blood can be seen and other times not visible to the naked eye. Some of the symptoms 1. Fatigue/ Feeling tired all
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Where is the Acromio-clavicular joint? The acromio-clavicular joint (ACJ) is where the collar bone (clavicle) meets the bony process on the top of your shoulder blade( Acromium). In some people it can be very prominent but in others it may be pretty flat. It is quite a small joint but an awful lot of force
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Foot and Ankle Exercises All photos taken courtesy of Herongate Leisure centre Hungerford Exercise programs written by Victoria Kerr Davies Photography Cayford Media All exercises to be repeated x 10 and to be performed smoothly and evenly. Walking Forwards backwards and sideways across the pool without using your hands. Make sure you have even strides.
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What are Antioxidants and What do they do? Antioxidants come up frequently in discussions about good health and preventing diseases. These powerful substances, which mostly come from the fresh fruits and vegetables we eat, prohibit (and in some cases even prevent), the oxidation of other molecules in the body. The benefits of antioxidants are very
Aspirin a Day? Should I be taking them? What are the Benefits v Risks Should you, or should you not, take a daily aspirin to prevent heart attack or stroke? It is a matter of weighing the benefits against the risks. You should discuss with your GP if it is a good idea for you to take
