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ANYONE can suffer from hypertension, regardless of age, sex or race. In more than 90 per cent of hypertensives, an underlying cause cannot be identified; they are said to be suffering from ‘primary’ or ‘essential’ hypertension. Genetic as well as environmental factors are involved. The genetic factors are still unknown. But some of the environmental [...]

Cosmetics can make us feel better and look better, especially if they are used to highlight our best features. They are as important as other grooming aids such as hairdressing and clothing. Where cosmetics have become contentious, however, is when it is claimed that they can remedy or even prevent the signs of ageing. These [...]

lowed mental processes, including forgetfulness, loss of recent memory (that is, the person can remember childhood experiences, but not the morning’s events), and difficulty concentrating, can be symptoms of AIDS dementia complex (ADC). ADC is a mental deterioration that accompanies HIV infection and has no other apparent causes. Other symptoms are irritability, social withdrawal, and apathy. [...]