Health
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There’s a Link Between Walking Speed and Ageing Well
For decades, we have known that the way you walk, in particular your walking speed, is tied to your health. One study has even proposed that it be considered a vital sign, much like heart rate and blood pressure. Read more
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Why a Daily Glass of Milk Really Could Reduce Bowel Cancer Risk
Recent research suggests that increasing daily milk intake by as little as one glass could have a significant impact on lowering the likelihood of developing bowel cancer. Read more
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St John’s Wort: Six Drug Interactions You Should Know About
It’s important to consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking St John’s wort—especially if you take other prescription drugs. Read more
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Eating Red Meat May Increase Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
A recent study, with nearly two million participants, found that high consumption of unprocessed red meat, such as beef, lamb and pork, and processed meat, such as bacon, salami and chorizo, increased the incidence of type 2 diabetes. Read more
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A health professional gives a polio vaccine to a young refugee at Pagag South Sudanese refugee reception center, Gambela, Ethiopia ( June 2014). Photo courtesy of UNICEF Ethiopia (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) via Flickr.
Poliovirus Found in Wastewater in Spain, Germany and Poland
In recent months, poliovirus has been detected in wastewater in Germany, Spain and Poland. This discovery is a wake-up call for Europe, which was declared polio free in 2002. Any gaps in vaccination coverage could see a resurgence of the disease. Read more
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How Home Fragrances Can Impact Indoor Air Quality—And Your Health
Many of us use fragrances to help create a cozy, festive feeling in our homes. From gingerbread, cinnamon and pine scented candles to frankincense and myrrh diffusers, it’s becoming increasingly popular to use scents to evoke the Christmas spirit. Read more
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New Study: COVID Caused Cancer Tumors to Shrink in Mice
A fascinating new study has revealed an unexpected potential benefit of severe COVID infection: it may help shrink cancer. Read more
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What Your Nose Can Tell You About Your Health
Although your brain works hard to stop your nose from interfering with your line of vision, your snout is not something to ignore. Like many other parts of your body, examining the nose can help diagnose external skin conditions—and internal diseases Read more
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Anti-cellulite Products Are Big Business
Cellulite, has become big business for the beauty industry. The most popular question seems to be, “Do these treatments work?” but the more pressing question is, “Why are healthy women’s bodies considered something to treat, cure or correct?” Read more
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How Your Underwear Can Affect Your Health
Thongs, briefs, long johns, g-string, boxers, trunks: there’s a bewildering array of undies out there. But which ones are best for the health of your nether regions? Read more
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