A-Z of health information

Chiropractic treatment can be clinically effective for many problems of the skeleton and muscles, such as back pain and headache.

A chiropractor diagnoses, treats and prevents conditions of the spine and musculoskeletal system.

Chlamydia is called a 'silent infection' because many do not realise they have it. Includes causes, symptoms, risks, transmission, diagnosis, STI checks, treatment, prevention, notifying partners.

Don't slap a choking person on the back while they are upright - gravity may cause the object to slip further down their windpipe.

Your body needs cholesterol, but it can make its own. You don't need cholesterol in your diet.

Replacing foods that contain saturated fats with foods that contain polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats will help to lower your cholesterol.

If you need to go to hospital to see a specialist or surgeon, you have the right to choose both the hospital and the specialist you want.

The right footwear can help keep your feet healthy, make your physical activity easier and help keep your body safe from injury

The expense of gifts and food, the pressure of shopping, and the expectations of the season can make Christmas an extremely stressful time.

Christmas doesn't have to be a financial headache if you plan ahead.