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Bacterial vaginosis: what is it and how do you deal with it?
Sleep problems in children: what really works
Hair removal: which method is best for you?
Thyroid problems: types, signs you have one and how to cope
Ingrown hairs: symptoms, causes and how to get rid of them
Excessive hair in women (hirsutism): how to deal with it
Hay fever: spot the symptoms and find the best treatment
16 tips to make your smear test more comfortable
FGM: what it is, health risks and how to get support
Antihistamines: which one is right for you?
Overactive thyroid treatment: when it’s needed and what to expect
Underactive thyroid treatment: when it’s needed and what to expect
Laser hair removal vs. electrolysis: which is best for you?
Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism): why it happens and how to deal with it
Does shaving make hair grow thicker? 13 hair removal myths, debunked
Vagina and clit piercings: how to choose the one for you
Oral allergy syndrome: spot signs and find out what can help
Immunotherapy for allergies: could it work for you?
Hay fever in pregnancy: which treatments are safe?
Fact or fiction? 9 hay fever myths busted
Overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism): who gets it and how to deal with it
Thyroid cancer: signs to look for, treatments and how to cope with a diagnosis
10 science-based sleep tips that really work
Natural remedies for hay fever: what works and doesn’t
Vaginismus: why it happens and how you can deal with it
Insomnia: the causes and how to improve it
Deep sleep: how to make the most of your sleep cycle
How men and women sleep differently
How to sleep well: your complete guide
Is it hay fever, COVID-19 or a cold? Spot the telltale signs
Goitre: symptoms, causes and how to deal with it
Thyroid function tests and scans: all you need to know
The secret to a better night’s sleep: an orgasm
10 medicines that cause sleep problems, and how to deal with them
Thyroid problems: how to deal with flushing, hair loss, weight gain and more
Thyroid nodules: symptoms and how to deal with them
Revealed: the best natural sleep aids
How to go back to sleep in the middle of the night
Thyroiditis: symptoms, causes and treatments for your type
How to skip or delay a period
How to use a tampon – everything you need to know
Night terrors: what they are and how to stop them
12 best foods for better sleep - and the 6 to avoid
7 sleep myths busted: they might surprise you
How to stop your heavy periods
Menstrual cups: what are they and how do you use them?
Period pain explained: the best ways to stop it
Narcolepsy: what it is and how to deal with it
Your ultimate guide to Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
How – and what – to tell your kids about periods

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