Health Facts
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic, obstructive lung condition that this characterised by inflammation, increased mucus production, and narrowing of the airways due to tightening of the muscles in the airways. Learn More
Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is the measure of how hard your blood is pushing against the inside of your arteries. A certain amount of pressure is needed to carry blood through the body. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is the phenomenon when that pressure is too great. Learn More
Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fatty substance carried in the bloodstream and needed in small amounts by the body to rebuild its cells and to make certain hormones. People with high cholesterol have too much cholesterol in the bloodstream. Learn More
Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition where the body doesn’t produce enough insulin to meet its needs and/or the cells in the body don't respond properly to insulin. Learn More
Heart Health
The heart is one of the largest and most important muscles in the body. A heart attack or MI (myocardial infarction) occurs when the cells in the heart are deprived of oxygen (due to blockages in the arteries that carry oxygen to the heart) and start to die. Learn More
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a bone disease where parts of the bone become weak and prone to fracture. This condition is more common in seniors, but can affect men and women of all ages. Learn More
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that it can accumulate in the body because it is stored in the liver and fat tissues for long periods of time. It improves the absorption of calcium, a mineral that helps build and maintain healthy bones. Learn More
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