Introduction The Minnesota Starvation Experiment, also known as the Minnesota Semi-Starvation Experiment, the Minnesota Starvation-Recovery Experiment and the Starvation Study, was a clinical study performed at the University of Minnesota between 19 November 1944 and 20 December 1945. The investigation was designed to determine the physiological effects of severe and prolonged dietary restriction and the… Read More
Introduction Set point theory, as it pertains to human body weight, states that there is a biological control method in humans that actively regulates weight towards a predetermined set weight for each individual. This may occur through regulation of energy intake (e.g. via increased or decreased appetite) or energy expenditure (e.g. via reduced metabolism or… Read More
Introduction As many contractors are already painfully aware, employment status is a source of much confusion, both for self-employed individuals and businesses looking to engage them. In one of its pre-election promises Labour stated it would look to introduce a single ‘worker’ status. Three-Tier System of Employment Status The UK currently has, what is described… Read More
Introduction A bronchial challenge test is used to help determine how sensitive your airways are, and will help to confirm or refute a diagnosis of asthma. Other Terms A bronchial challenge test is also known as an: What is the Test For? The test is used to confirm or refute a diagnosis of asthma. Simply… Read More
Introduction Coeliac disease is a condition where your immune system attacks your own tissues when you eat gluten. This damages your gut (small intestine) so your body cannot properly take in nutrients. It can cause a range of symptoms, including diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating. Coeliac disease is caused by an adverse reaction to gluten,… Read More
Introduction British armed forces Service personnel with medical conditions or fitness issues which affect their ability to perform their duties will generally be referred to a medical board for a medical examination and review of their medical grading. This may result in the patient being downgraded to allow for treatment, recovery and/or rehabilitation. The Medical… Read More
Introduction The UK’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) has, over the years, received a range of freedom of information (FOI) requests asking for confirmation of military service for a named individual. There is usually a mix of requests for information on deceased and living individuals. You can learn more about freedom of information on our sister… Read More
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