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Altitude sickness is a common problem for mountain climbers and travellers to some areas. A high altitude is considered any height above 2500 metres (8000 feet) because altitude sickness is uncommon at heights…

Aspirin has a wide range of uses. It can be used for pain relief and to help prevent a heart attack and stroke. This article looks at some of its properties.

An overview of the different drugs used to prevent malaria.

There is increasing interest in the use of alternative products to control symptoms of menopause. This article looks at some of the main therapies being used and the evidence for them.

Anaemia is a low red blood cell count. There can be many causes including iron deficiency or more serious disease.

Appendicitis is a painful condition which usually requires removal of the appendix. This article outlines the symptoms and treatment of the condition.

This is a progressive disease which affects some elderly people. This article covers risk factors, treatment issues and future research.

Angina is chest pain which can be the result of exercise. The condition is a risk factor for a heart attack, however, the condition can be successfully treated.

Food poisoning is experienced by most people during their lives. This article looks at the most common types of food poisoning and what can be done to help.

Overview of medications used for HIV

Anorexia and bulimia nervosa are the most common serious eating disorders. This article looks at the signs and symptoms, and what can be done to help.

An outline of the current options available to people wishing to have treatment for hair loss.