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  1. Haemorrhoids

    A diet high in fibre can both treat and prevent haemorrhoids.

  2. Hair

    Human hair grows one centimetre every month.

  3. Hair transplant surgery

    Hair transplant surgery involves taking skin from parts of the scalp where hair is growing and grafting it to the thinning or bald areas, or areas of trauma.

  4. Halitosis or bad breath

    Having halitosis or bad breath can have a major impact on a person.

  5. Hand, foot and mouth disease

    Good personal hygiene is essential to prevent the spread of hand, foot and mouth disease to others, both for those infected and their carers.

  6. Handwashing - Why it's important

    Washing your hands with soap and warm water can help stop the spread of infectious diseases.

  7. Hay fever

    Hay fever is an allergic reaction to airborne allergens that can occur at any time of the year.

  8. Head and spinal injuries first aid

    Head injuries can be serious and require urgent medical attention. A hard blow to the head from a fall, knock or assault can injure the brain, even when there are no visible signs of trauma to the scalp or face. Symptoms of serious head injury include wounds, altered consciousness, clear fluid leaking from the eyes or nose, black eyes or bruises behind the ears, vision changes, nausea and vomiting.

  9. Head injuries and concussion

    There is no specific treatment for mild head injury other than plenty of rest, and not overdoing things.

  10. Head lice (nits)

    No product can prevent head lice, but regular checks can help prevent the spread.