Accident and Trauma Care

The word "trauma" refers to a wound or an injury, whether psychic or physical. ‘Accident’ refers to an unexpected, unforeseen and unfortunate event. Most accidents are preventable, or at least, the da...

Achondroplasia

Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder which causes abnormal bone growth and dwarfism.

Join this online support group for achondroplasia to meet others who have the disorder in their family and...

Acne / Pimples / Zits

Acne vulgaris (commonly called acne) is a common skin condition, affecting 85-100% of people at some time during their lives. It is caused by changes in the pilosebaceous units, skin structures consis...

Acromegaly

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder caused by the over-production of the growth hormone in adulthood after puberty. It can result in serious illness and premature death.

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Acupuncture

Acupuncture physicians believe there are ‘energy lines’ that go through the body, and use tiny needles inserted in points in these lines to help relive pain and cure diseases. Acupuncture has been pro...