Dementias: Some things you should know.
Dr. C. V. Alert, MB BS, DM. FCCFP. Family Physician. Dementia refers to a group of brain disorders that make it hard to remember anything, think clearly, make decisions, or…
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Chronic Kidney Disease – yet another silent killer in our midst.
Dr. C. V. Alert, MB BS, DM. FCCFP. Family Physician. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a severe and irreversible condition that leads to a progressive loss of kidney function. In…
Sports Drinks and Energy Drinks: One of these things is not like the other
Dr. C,V. Alert, MB BS, DM. FCCFP. Family Physician. Work. Play. Drink and keep cool and well hydrated. Faced with the challenge of sweltering heat and the need to keep…
Sleep Disorders
Dr. C.V. Alert, MB BS, DM. FCCFP. Family Physician. Patient: Someone recommended a sleeping tablet, and I have been sleeping ‘like a baby’. Doctor: Really? How many have you…