A-Z of health information

The long-term effects of brain injury will be different for each person and can range from mild to profound.

Acromegaly is caused by an excess of growth hormone in adults, which causes the overgrowth of bones in the face, hands, feet and internal organs.

Acupuncture is part of traditional Chinese medicine and consists of inserting fine needles into specific points on the skin.

Assessment and treatment programs for people experiencing a mental health crisis.

Voluntary and in-voluntary short-term in-patient management and treatment.

Stopping episodes of recurrent ARF can prevent rheumatic heart disease (RHD).

Since adenoids are constantly in the path of germs, infections are common.

Adhesions may have no signs or symptoms, or they may cause pain by pulling on nerves.

Admitted rehabilitation aims to provide care to maximise independence and quality of life for people with a disabling condition.

Adoption can give a secure family life to children who, for various reasons, can’t live with their birth family.