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Tegan Holloway

Tegan Holloway writes for SMIRC about the home, health, food, local travel and greener living. Each article begins with the question a reader would actually ask, then answers it in the order it was asked, in plain, friendly language. Her pieces suit readers who want a straight answer to a practical question before they pick up the phone.

Healthcare9 months ago

Toothache or Gum Swelling: What Can Wait and What Cannot

Can a toothache wait? Sometimes. Healthdirect says that if a toothache lasts more than 2 days, or doesn’t improve with pain-relief medicine, you should see your...
Healthcare9 months ago

Stiff Joints in the Morning: What Is Normal and When to See a GP

Is it normal for my joints to feel stiff in the morning? Sometimes, yes. Joints get sore and stiff for many reasons: an injury, overuse, a...
Home & Garden10 months ago

Why Does the Hot Water Run Out Faster in Winter?

Why does the hot water run out faster in winter? Because the water coming into the tank is colder, so the heater has more work to...

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