Boils (furuncles) are inflamed, pus-filled areas under the skin that look like oversized pimples. Boils can be treated with simple self-help measures but sometimes need to be drained and treated with antibiotics.

Some areas of the body are more susceptible to boils, including the face, throat, armpits, groin and buttocks.

An abscess or boil is a build-up of pus in the skin. The skin looks red and swollen and feels warm and tender. If a boil doesn’t burst by itself, see a GP.

Boils and skin infections are usually caused by bacteria. Avoid sharing items and wash hands thoroughly, especially after touching skin infections.

A boil is an infection of a hair follicle, caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus.

E. coli are bacteria that are used to monitor faecal contamination in the water.

When it comes to understanding limits to alcohol intake, there is an assumption that it all boils down to each individual choice.

Prevent scalds by keeping children away from hot liquids and foods that can burn – for example, boiling water, hot drinks, hot tap water, soups and sauces.

Lupin allergen card785.89 KB  From the ASCIA website  Lupin can be found in a wide range of food products including bread, bakery and pasta products, sauces, beverages and meat based products such as burgers and sausages. Gluten-free or soy-free products may sometimes contain lupin... ...Lupin allergens are resistant to normal cooking procedures, including boiling, and microwave heating. A novel sandwich enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay for the detection and quantification of lupin

Symptoms of gingivitis or gum disease include bleeding gums. If you think your child has gingivitis, see a dentist. Prevent gingivitis with good dental care.