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  • Living with cystic fibrosisThe lungs and the gut are lined with a thin layer of cells which produce mucus and other secretions. With cystic fibrosis these cells produce mucus that is too
  • Living with Alzheimer's diseaseAlzheimer’s disease is the commonest type of dementia and is the name given when other types have been excluded. Dementia means a loss
  • Living with meningitisMeningitis is inflammation of the meninges, the linings surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is usually caused by an infection with bacteria or viruses.
  • Living with acne No direct link has been found between acne and diet. It is a myth that chocolate and fried foods make acne worse. However a good balanced diet will
  • Living with anxiety A phobia is an irrational fear of an object/situation etc. that would not normally trouble most people. As the name suggests, simple/specific phobias
  • Living with ParkinsonParkinson's disease is a progressive neurological condition affecting movements such as walking, talking, and writing. It is named after
  • Living with high blood pressure Blood pressure refers to the pressure which exists within the body’s arteries as blood is pumped around the body by the heart. It is expressed as two
  • Living with psoriasisPsoriasis is a common chronic condition which varies in appearance from one person to another. It can come on at any age, and particularly affects the skin of the elbows, knees and scalp.
  • Living with diabetesThe word diabetes comes from a Greek expression meaning syphon. It refers to the large amounts of urine and the excessive thirst which often occurs
  • Living With multiple sclerosisMultiple sclerosis (MS) is the commonest disease of the central nervous system (CNS) among young adults. It affects more than one million people world-wide. About twice as many women as men are...