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Underactive thyroid treatment: when it’s needed and what to expect

Get the lowdown on underactive thyroid medication, including how it works and the best way to take it.

Laser hair removal vs. electrolysis: which is best for you?

Laser hair removal and electrolysis are both popular ways to get rid of unwanted hair. But which is the best method for you?

Does shaving make hair grow thicker? 13 hair removal myths, debunked

Worried you'll get wrinkles from waxing, or thicker hairs if you shave your face? Get the facts behind the most common rumours about hair removal.

Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism): why it happens and how to deal with it

Underactive thyroid symptoms can really affect your daily life. Get the lowdown on hypothyroidism causes and treatment.

Vagina and clit piercings: how to choose the one for you

Thinking of getting a vagina piercing? Discover the facts, including how to get it done safely.

Oral allergy syndrome: spot signs and find out what can help

Do you ever get an itchy mouth or throat after eating certain plant foods? It might be oral allergy syndrome – we look at how to manage it.

Immunotherapy for allergies: could it work for you?

If you have hay fever, insect stings or animal allergies and nothing works to control your severe symptoms, immunotherapy could help. Find out how it ...

Hay fever in pregnancy: which treatments are safe?

You don’t have to put up with hay fever symptoms while you’re pregnant: our guide helps you find the best medication and natural remedies to suit you.

Fact or fiction? 9 hay fever myths busted

Rain reduces the pollen count. Hay fever isn’t a serious condition. Fact or fiction? We sort through some of the common myths about hay fever, to help...

Overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism): who gets it and how to deal with it

An overactive thyroid produces too many thyroid hormones. Symptoms include anxiety, tiredness and weight loss.