Head injuries

Today the news sites reported the sad loss of Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes following a head injury during a match. He was 25 years old.

I frequently encounter patients suffering from head injury, mostly involving minor wounds of an accidental nature. The relatives and friends are often anxious, one might say justly since a head injury can have serious consequences.

The link below has some helpful tips on how to recognize the more serious injuries and what to do.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000028.htm

Wellcome Image Awards | Breast cancer treatment

Breast cancer therapy in (really) close up...

Wellcome Image Awards | Breast cancer treatment

Shift work bad for the brain

Heart attacks, obesity, stroke...and the list has just been increased by one. A recent study has found that shift work can also lead to cognitive decline. Thankfully it seems to be reversible within five years.

http://www.bbc.com/news/health-29879521

Sex: myths and facts

It is remarkable how many misconceptions exist about sex. The page below lists some of the commoner ones...as well as several important-to-know facts.

http://www.ashasexualhealth.org/stdsstis/myths-and-facts/

5 tips for discussing Ebola with children

When talking to children about this disease:

1. Stick to the facts
2. Reassure them they are safe
3. Explain to them the difference between where you live and Africa
4. Reinforce the need to look after their health including the importance of hand hygiene
5. Take the opportunity to teach them some facts on geography, biology, and science

More in the following link

http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/parenting/wp/2014/10/07/5-tips-for-talking-to-your-kids-about-ebola/