'Morning after' pill (emergency contraception pill)

The 'morning after' pill is a type of emergency contraception. It must be used within a few days of unprotected sex to lower your chance of pregnancy.

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Slinda (drospirenone)

Slinda is a progestogen only contraceptive (birth control) pill that you take daily to avoid getting pregnant. Learn more about this contraceptive.

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Inserting an IUCD

A coil or intra-uterine contraceptive device (IUD) is a contraceptive device. An IUD can be removed by your doctor. Read about how this method of contraception works and how a IUD is inserted.

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Endocrine glands and their hormones

Find out more about the endocrine glands and hormones in your body, such as the pituitary gland, thyroid gland and adrenal glands.

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Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD)

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a reliable method of contraception (birth control). Find out more about the copper IUD and the hormonal IUD.

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Quitting vaping: the health reasons why you should give up vaping

Thinking of quitting vaping? Having a reason can make it easier. Improving your health is a common motive. Here’s how quitting can boost your health.

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Pineal gland

Find out about the pineal gland. This is a very small gland in your brain that makes the hormone melatonin, which controls your internal body clock.

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Foods high in zinc

Foods high in zinc include seafood, red meat, poultry and dairy products. Discover which foods can help you meet your daily zinc needs.

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Foods high in magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral essential for healthy muscles, nerves, bones and blood sugar levels. Find out which foods are high in magnesium.

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Magnesium blood test

A magnesium blood test checks your magnesium levels. Find out how to prepare for a magnesium blood test and what your results may mean.

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Magnesium deficiency

Magnesium deficiency is when your body doesn't get all the magnesium it needs. Read more about magnesium deficiency symptoms, diagnosis and causes.

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Oxytocin

Oxytocin is a hormone that is stored and released by your pituitary gland. Learn about how oxytocin helps with labour and breastfeeding.

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Progestogen-only pill (mini-pill)

The progestogen-only pill (mini-pill) is an oral contraceptive taken daily. Learn more about how this contraceptive works and how to ensure it’s effective.

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Caffeine

Caffeine is a stimulant found in coffee, teas, chocolate and energy drinks. It acts on your brain and nervous system. Learn more about caffeine here.

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Parathyroid glands

Your parathyroid glands are small glands that are found in your neck and make parathyroid hormone (PTH). Find out more about PTH here.

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Folate

Folate, also called folic acid, is needed by your body to grow and develop. It is especially important for pregnant women to get enough folate.

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Dihydrocodeine

Dihydrocodeine is an opioid-based cough medicine available from your pharmacist. It is categorised as a 'weak' opioid. Learn more here.

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Folate blood test

Folate is an important nutrient for making red blood cells. The folate blood test checks whether you have enough folate in your blood.

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Parathyroidectomy

Parathyroid glands can become overactive, causing an increase in the level of calcium in your blood. Surgery to remove any affected glands is the only reliable way to prevent long-term problems.

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Testosterone blood test

A testosterone blood test can show how much of the sex hormone testosterone is in your body. Males usually have more testosterone than females.

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Arsenic

Arsenic is a naturally occurring chemical found in water, food and soil that is toxic when someone is exposed to a significant amount.

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Zinc and your health

Zinc is a mineral that is essential for many of the body's normal functions. Learn how much zinc you need and easy ways to get it from your diet.

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Magnesium and your health

Magnesium is a nutrient essential for healthy muscles, nerves, bones and blood sugar levels. Read about the benefits of getting enough magnesium.

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Foods high in iodine

Foods high in iodine include seafood, dairy food and packaged bread. Learn more about iodine and how to get enough iodine in your diet.

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Vaping

Vaping can cause harm to your health. There are laws in place about buying vapes and where you can use them. Learn more.

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Tadalafil (Cialis)

Tadalafil (Cialis) is a medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in males. Learn how to use it safely, and side effects to watch out for.

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Sildenafil (Viagra)

Sildenafil (Viagra) is a medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in males. Learn how it works, and the possible side effects.

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Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen treats fever and pain caused by inflammation. Learn more about how it works, how to take it and its possible side effects.

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Temazepam

Temazepam is a sedative medicine, in the benzodiazepine class. It is used short term to help with sleep problems and must be prescribed by a doctor.

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Prednisolone

Prednisolone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids, and helps to reduce inflammation in your body. Learn more about how to take it.

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