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    General Health When to stop scratching that itch and see a doctor about it instead – South China Morning Post

    I have an occasional “phantom” itch in the middle of my back in a place I cannot reach. I use a long-handled comb to give it a good scratch. There’s no obvious cause – no rash, no irritation or redness... Read more via South China Morning Post http://bit.ly/2VH3XiK
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    General Health Finally, there’s undeniable evidence that processed food really is bad for your health – Well+Good

    Processed foods, defined by the National Health Service (NHS) as “any food that has been altered in some way during preparation,” have long been considered public enemy number one in the realm of nutrition. Meals and snacks high in salt, fat, and sugar have been linked to growing rates of …...
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    Family Health This Is Exactly How Long You Should Wait to Take a Pregnancy Test – SheKnows

    There is nothing more nerve-wracking than the few minutes you wait for an at-home pregnancy test result to appear. Whether you’re hoping for a positive or negative response, it can feel like an eternity. When it comes to how soon after you have sex you should take the test to … Read more...
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    General Health Dentists say HPV vaccine is a ‘no brainer’ as cases of head, neck and mouth cancer on the rise – TheJournal.ie

    THE HPV VACCINE is a “no brainer”, the Irish Dental Association has said. The Oireachtas Health Committee was told yesterday that there has been a significant rise in cases of head and neck cancer. Professor Leo Stassen said he treats over 100 cases of mouth cancer each year, which is …...
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    General Health Low-fat diet helps reduce risk of dying from breast cancer, study finds – NBC News

    Eating a low-fat, plant-based diet could help significantly lower a woman’s risk of dying from breast cancer, and the key … Read more via NBC News https://nbcnews.to/2WLsLmj
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    General Health Drinking This Many Cups of Coffee a Day is Actually Dangerous – Health.com

    How many afternoons have you sluggishly moseyed over to the office coffee machine and wondered, Is this really my fourth cup of the day? Or wait, is it my fifth? We’ve all been there, but a new study shows refilling your cup too often could be hurting your health...... Read more via...
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    General Health The Ridiculous And Possibly Harmful Practice Of Cupping – Forbes

    People are easily fooled. Even smart people. I’m not talking about voters in the U.S. and the UK, although both groups have recently demonstrated how easily they can be conned into voting against their own interests. You can read plenty of articles about that elsewhere. No, I’m talking about...
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    Family Health Older Dads Put Health of Partners, Unborn Kids at Risk: Study – The Quint

    Men who delay starting a family have a ticking "biological clock" - just like women - that may affect the health of their partners and children, according to the researchers. Men who delay fatherhood should consult their doctor and consider... Read more via The Quint http://bit.ly/2W1Bgwu
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    Family Health People with Happy Spouses may Live Longer: See reasons and Study – 360Nobs.com

    For about up to 8 years, participants and their spouses reported on life satisfaction and various factors hypothesized to be related to mortality. Having a happy spouse not only leads to a longer marriage, but may also be key to a longer life, a study claims. The study, published in … Read...
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    General Health Be on your guard, there’s cancer lurking in your mouth – The Hindu

    Last month, a 36-year-old Mira Road resident was operated upon for early-stage tongue cancer. The mother of three children has never smoked or chewed tobacco. The diagnosis thus shocked her as well as her family... Read more via The Hindu – Health http://bit.ly/2LAu4DB
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    General Health Basically, This Bug Poops in Your Mouth to Spread Disease – AskMen

    Gone are the days when ticks, spiders and bed bugs were part of our worst nightmares. A new bug called the “kissing bug” basically spreads disease by pooping in your mouth.... Read more via AskMen http://bit.ly/302SUis
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    General Health Charcoal toothpastes ‘don’t whiten teeth’ – BBC News

    Charcoal-based toothpastes, which claim to whiten teeth, are a "marketing gimmick" which could increase the risk of tooth decay and staining, says a review in the British Dental Journal. The charcoal products, which are increasingly popular, often contain no fluoride to help protect the teeth...
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    General Health 6 Mistakes That Slow Down Your Metabolism – www.theepochtimes.com

    Keeping your metabolism high is crucial for losing weight and keeping it off. However, several common lifestyle mistakes may slow down your metabolism and make it difficult to lose any weight. Making these mistakes on a regular basis can also make you more prone to gain weight in the future. …...
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    General Health 16 top foods for a healthy heart – Medical News Today

    Heart disease is still the number one killer in the United States. In this Spotlight, we outline 16 foods that, when consumed as part of a well-rounded diet, might help to keep your heart healthy. How can you improve your heart health with food? There are many things … Read more via Medical...
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    General Health 7 things you should know about poop – Medical News Today

    Although it is not necessarily the most pleasant of topics, we must, at least, respect its ubiquity: poop is everywhere. In this Spotlight, we bring you some fascinating stool-based knowledge. Poop is complex, surprising, and disgusts us. Feces unites the entire animal kingdom. It is something...
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    General Health Many women with heart disease don’t get enough exercise – Futurity

    Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death for American women, 43 million of whom have the condition, according to the American Heart Association. The findings, which appear in JAMA Network Open, suggest that women diagnosed with disorders... Read more via Futurity...
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    Sexual Health STDs: A Serious Health Threat at Every Age – HealthDay

    If you're back on the dating scene after being in a monogamous relationship, know that STDs, or sexually transmitted diseases, aren't just a concern for teens and people in their 20s. STD rates are rising in older adults. STDs are usually caused by viruses or bacteria and can be spread from...
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    General Health The 7 early warning signs of ovarian cancer – as 1 in 5 patients are diagnosed too late due to postcode lottery – The Sun

    THOUSANDS of women are at risk of dying from ovarian cancer – because they’re diagnosed too late. A postcode lottery means a fifth of patients are found to have the disease in the advanced stages, a charity warned today...... Read more via The Sun http://bit.ly/2Lu7Vqo
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    Sexual Health Smoking Weed Is More Harmful to Your Sperm Than Cigarettes – AskMen

    Many people believe smoking marijuana to be relatively harmless compared to smoking cigarettes. However, for men, a new study indicates that the reverse might be true. Smoking weed could be more harmful to your sperm than smoking cigarettes...... Read more via AskMen http://bit.ly/2J9HC6X
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    General Health 9 Life-Saving Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Risk of aStroke – Prevention

    With recent news of celebrity stroke-related deaths, including John Singleton and Luke Perry, your heart health may be top of mind. You might be also be wondering how Perry and Singleton passed away from a stroke at such a young age... Read more via Prevention http://bit.ly/2YeUCeL
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