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- Anosmia - loss of smell
People are less sensitive to smells the older they get, and women tend to have a more acute sense of smell than men.
- Dupuytren's contracture
Dupuytren's contracture gradually causes clawing of the fingers as they are pulled towards the palm.
- Substance misuse and mental illness – dual diagnosis
Dual diagnosis means someone has both a mental illness and a substance use problem.
- Central nervous system birth defects
Folic acid taken before conception, and during at least the first 4 weeks of pregnancy, can prevent around 7 out of 10 cases of neural tube defects.
- Abdominal birth defects
During fetal development, the diaphragm or abdominal wall may fail to properly fuse, allowing the abdominal organs to protrude.
- Sudden unexpected death in infants (SUDI and SIDS)
You can reduce your baby's risk of sudden unexpected death by providing a safe sleeping environment and avoiding tobacco smoke.
- Digestive tract birth defects
Too much amniotic fluid surrounding the baby during pregnancy (polyhydramnios) may indicate the presence of defects of the digestive tract.
- Dizziness - orthostatic hypotension
Postural hypotension is the lightheaded feeling you may get if you leap out of bed very quickly.
- Dietary fibre
A diet high in fibre keeps the digestive system healthy.
- Parkinson's disease
People with Parkinson's disease can help manage their symptoms through medication and support.