Whelehans Health Blog
Alcohol and Mental Health Problems Part 2
Posted by Eamonn Brady on
This is the conclusion to last week’s article in the Westmeath Examiner.
Depression
Up to 40% of alcoholics suffer from at least one bout of major depression. It is questionable which disorder comes first, the depression or the alcoholism. Studies have found that in 60% of cases, the depression is caused by the alcohol abuse...
Whelehans Pharmacy have organised an expert panel to discuss depression and mental health on Thursday August 6th at 7pm in the Greville Arms Hotel; some leading local experts on this subject will be talking. This talk will be open to all and will be free of charge. Keep an eye on this column in the coming weeks for more details. In order to avoid disappointment, you can put your name down on the waiting list for this event by calling Whelehans at 04493 34591.
Alcohol and Mental Health Problems Part 1
Posted by Eamonn Brady on
Eamonn Brady is a pharmacist and the owner of Whelehans Pharmacy, Pearse St, Mullingar. If you have any health questions e-mail them to info@whelehans.ie
This is the first of two articles in the Westmeath Examiner on alcohol’s link to mental health problems. Alcohol can be described as both a tonic and a poison. The difference between “tonic and poison” lies in the dose. Part of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) mantra is that there is “no problem that alcohol cannot make worse.” Of the problems that alcohol can cause or worsen, mental illness is one of the most frequent, serious, and frequently underdiagnosed.
Gingivitis (Gum Disease)
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Gingivitis is more commonly called gum disease and is caused by a build-up of bacteria in the gums. It causes gum irritation, red swollen gums, and bleeding. Gingivitis can be mild and many are not aware they have the condition and only get treatment when it is too late (ie) gum and dental damage is evident.
Gum disease can have a detrimental effect on your overall health. Gum disease is associated with more risk of heart attack, stroke and lung disease. In women, it is linked to premature birth or low birth weight babies. It is not fully understood why.
What is Autism?
Posted by Ann McNelis on
Whilst on its own, autism is not a learning disability or a mental health problem,some people with autism will have an accompanying learning disability, learning difficulty or mental health problem. Globally, autism occurs in 1-2 per 1000 people, with males five times more likely to be affected than females. It is suspected that the number of adults living with the condition is vastly underestimated
Migriane: Foods to Avoid
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Food additive triggers
Additives like flavour enhancers, sweeteners and preservatives can all lead to migraines. They include monosodium glutamate (MSG) which can cause a condition known as “Chinese restaurant syndrome”; one of the main symptoms of this is headache. MSG is present in packet soups, Oxo cubes, soy sauce, certain crisps, sauces and Chinese restaurant food. Always check the food...
