Health
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Missed a vaccine? How to review your vaccination record
A vaccination record helps identify previous doses and upcoming appointments
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Tooth decay: why waiting for pain can miss early damage
Tooth decay may initially cause no symptoms before pain, sensitivity or a cavity develops
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Bleeding gums when brushing: why a dental check matters
Bleeding or swollen gums deserve a dental assessment rather than abandoning cleaning
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Dry eyes and screens: practical relief and warning signs
Grittiness and itching can accompany dry eyes, and excessive watering does not rule them out
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Sinusitis: why antibiotics are not always the answer
A blocked nose, facial pain and reduced smell can follow a cold
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Hay fever: reducing pollen exposure in daily life
Sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose can reflect pollen allergy
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Asthma inhalers: why technique and an action plan matter
Asthma can cause variable coughing, wheezing and breathlessness, sometimes worse at night or with triggers
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Osteoarthritis: does joint pain mean you should stop moving?
Osteoarthritis causes pain, stiffness and movement difficulties, with widely varying severity
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Osteoporosis can be silent: when to discuss bone density
Osteoporosis can develop without pain until a fracture occurs
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Lower back pain: staying active and spotting warning signs
Many episodes of back pain improve within weeks, and the cause is not always obvious
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Migraine: using a headache diary and recognising emergencies
Migraine may involve throbbing pain, nausea and sensitivity to light or sound
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Diarrhoea and vomiting: protect fluids and reduce infection spread
Preventing dehydration is central to managing diarrhoea and vomiting
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