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Up to 45 percent of dementia risk can be prevented, delayed: WHO

Up to 45 percent of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed, the World Health Organization said Wednesday, citing modifiable risk factors such as tobacco and air pollution.

1 week ago
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The delicate balance of hormones

Often blamed but rarely understood, hormones influence nearly every aspect of health. Experts explain why balance matters for both women and men. ...

1 week ago
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Multidisciplinary care gains ground in Indonesia's cancer treatment

As cancer cases climb in Indonesia, hospitals are increasingly combining genetic testing with multidisciplinary teams of specialists to speed up diagnoses, tailor treatments and improve patient outcomes. ...

1 month ago

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Taller, slimmer girls may have a higher risk of developing endometriosis

New European research has found that girls who are tall and have a low body mass index (BMI) may have a higher risk of endometriosis.

6 years ago
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Feeling grateful doesn’t help with depression or anxiety, says new study

New US research has found that while feeling grateful may bring some positive benefits to your life, it won’t help ease feelings of depression or anxiety.

6 years ago
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LGBT+ community at heightened risk of coronavirus, groups warn

More than 100 LGBT+ rights groups on Wednesday called on US public health officials to address the heightened vulnerability of gay and trans people to the coronavirus, warning that their frequently weakened immune systems can put them at risk.

6 years ago
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London man second patient to be cured of HIV

A second patient has been cured of HIV after undergoing stem cell transplant treatment, after finding no trace of infection 30 months after he stopped traditional treatment.

6 years ago
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Myth buster: 10 rumors about novel coronavirus

To dispel fake news and present the truth, here we list some of the rumors spread extensively.

6 years ago
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Gates, other charities pledge $125 million towards COVID-19 treatments

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and two other large charities on Tuesday pledged up to $125 million to help speed the development of treatments for the fast-spreading coronavirus, which the World Health Organization said on Monday was nearing pandemic proportions.

6 years ago
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'It's like someone's hit pause on life': China turns to therapy amid virus loc

"Every day we have about 20 callers. Some have watched their relatives perish without access to medicine in the early days of the virus, when there weren't enough hospital beds."

6 years ago
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Smoking or vaping increases risks for those with coronavirus: NYC mayor

Smoking or vaping makes people more vulnerable to suffering severe illness once infected by coronavirus, a spokeswoman for New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Sunday.

6 years ago
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Coronavirus and handwashing: Research shows proper hand drying is also vital

Warm air and jet air dryers are not recommended for use in hospitals and clinics for hygiene reasons.

6 years ago
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There is a ‘tipping point’ before coronavirus kills

The new coronavirus causes little more than a cough if it stays in the nose and throat, which it does for the majority of people unlucky enough to be infected. Danger starts when it reaches the lungs.

6 years ago
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International Women’s Day 2020: Four ways women can boost their health

Here we round up four lifestyle changes women can make to give their health a boost.

6 years ago
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Viruses: Ancient, tiny, amazing

As the novel coronavirus outbreak disrupts global markets and prompts unprecedented containment measures, it is worth asking a very basic question: what, precisely, is a virus?  What are they made of? Where did they come from? 

6 years ago
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For French hand gel producer, an opportunity and challenge

The production lines are whirling at Gilbert, one of France's main producers of sanitizing gels, in a bid to meet the soaring demand for the bottles by people hoping to fend off infection in the face of the coronavirus outbreak.

6 years ago
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Urban Chat: Herd mentality, FOMO and a government caught unready for either

The only way to combat the coronavirus infodemic is evidence-based leadership. So where is it?

6 years ago
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Children who don't get enough sleep may have a higher risk of mental health problems

New European research has found that children who don't get enough sleep may be at a higher risk of developing mental health problems such as ADHD, anxiety and depression.

6 years ago
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Hands down, men worse at bathroom hygiene that prevents coronavirus

The spread of the new coronavirus is shining the spotlight on a little-discussed gender split: men wash their hands after using the bathroom less than women.

6 years ago
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New study finds smartphone users take more pain medication for headaches

Smartphone users who suffer from headaches may take more pain medication than those who don't use a smartphone, according to new research.

6 years ago
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Hatha yoga festival to be held in Bali this March

A festival focusing on hatha yoga is to be held for the first time at the Wyndham Tamansari Jivva Resort in Bali’s Klungkung regency from March 14 to 15.

6 years ago
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Prosthetic innovation: 'It's like you have a hand again'

Today's artificial limbs can look very natural, and now an innovative process makes prosthetic hands move more naturally as well.

6 years ago
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Eating an egg a day does not increase cardiovascular disease risk, says new study

New US research has found that despite previous concerns, eating an egg a day is not linked with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

6 years ago
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The dos and don’ts of wearing masks in our fight against COVID-19

There's a right way and a wrong way to using face masks. Here's how to do it right!

6 years ago
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How to play your part in the battle against COVID-19 hoaxes, misinformation

As a privileged population — with access to higher education and abundant information from the internet — we need to enlighten ourselves and our community, and not seek to discredit the Health Ministry with rumors and false information.

6 years ago
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Start investing in mental health: Why I decided to seek professional help

Some people struggle with mental health issues, and instead of seeking professional health, they google their symptoms and self-diagnose. This is dangerous, and even more so when we stumble upon people who claim to be professionals but lack competence and ethics and straight-up exploit those who are truly struggling with their mental health.

6 years ago
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Hong Kongers hit hiking trails to escape coronavirus woes

Hong Kongers are escaping the coronavirus anxiety that has gripped the crowded city by heading for the hills to find fresh air and space to exercise.

6 years ago
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Brushing teeth three times a day could lower the risk of diabetes

New research has found that brushing teeth three times a day could lower an individual's risk of diabetes, while neglecting oral hygiene could actually increase the risk.

6 years ago
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Hand sanitizer sales rocket 255 percent in Britain: Data

Sales of hand sanitizer in Britain have more than tripled as nervous customers sought to protect themselves from coronavirus, data showed Tuesday.

6 years ago
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Daytime sleepiness in older adults could point to a higher risk of diabetes and cancer

New US research has found that seniors who feel excessively sleepy during the day may be at a higher risk of developing conditions such as diabetes, cancer and high blood pressure.

6 years ago
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Five science-backed diet changes to make for better health

What the last year's worth of studies have shown about how we can all improve our diets for the better.

6 years ago
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New study links osteoarthritis to increased risk of death, but walking more can lower it

New UK research has found that people with osteoarthritis are more likely to die early than those without the condition, but the good news is walking more could reduce the risk of premature death.

6 years ago
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Spotlight Indonesia: Myths and menstrual taboos

Menstrual cups may be taking Western countries by storm, but conservative attitudes and virginity myths are holding back a breakthrough for the reusable devices in Indonesia and across Asia.

6 years ago
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