Antibiotics are one of the most well known types of medications available, and people often consider them to be a catch-all solution to any kind of illness or infection. However, as with any medication, antibiotics are good for some uses,...

Have you ever had a terrible night’s sleep and felt awful the next day? We all know how sleep can make us feel better – whether we want rid of a pesky headache or we’re worrying about an important decision....

Antibiotic resistance is a medical phenomenon that is becoming more and more common, where certain antibiotics can no longer do the job they’re meant to because the bacterial infections they are supposed to fight have become resistant to them. This...

Laryngitis occurs when the vocal cords or voice box become irritated or swollen. The main symptoms include a sore throat, a hoarse voice, a cough that won’t go away, and the need to clear your throat often. You could even...

Paracetamol is a painkiller that’s used to alleviate aches, pains and high temperatures[1]. It’s most commonly used to relieve mild or moderate pain, such as headaches, toothaches, sprains and the symptoms associated with colds and flu.  It is often recommended...

Many throat conditions have similar symptoms, and that can make it difficult to tell what is ailing you[1]. This can be frustrating, but it’s worth taking the time to understand whether you have a minor illness, such as a cold...