2017
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When Does a Cough Need Medical Treatment?
Coughs are a typical part of several illnesses, most commonly colds and flu. You might also find yourself coughing due to allergies, cold weather, dust or a whole range of other simple and harmless factors. But just because coughs are not usually cause for concern doesn't mean you shouldn't pay attention to them. The signs of a cough becoming serious are not always as obvious as you might think, so don't assume you'll always know when it's time to get yourself to a doctor.
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Boost Your Diet and Fight Prostate Cancer
A diagnosis of prostate cancer is a frightening thing for a man to experience. It's one of those things that men are reluctant to talk about, and as such, it's difficult to get the information you need to stay healthy and stand a good chance of beating the disease. It is, of course, important to follow any directions given to you by your doctor, and consider any treatment or medication they recommend to help you get better.
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Cranial Osteopathy – Could It Help Your Child?
Being born is physically demanding on both baby and mother, so it's no surprise that, even after a normal delivery, babies can have a few problems where nerves are pinched or skull bones don't quite go back in the right place. You may never have heard of it, but cranial osteopathy is one treatment that may help with some of these problems. What is it, and how can it help? What Is It?
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What You Need To Know Before You Get Hearing Aid
Are you struggling with your hearing? Is it getting embarrassing to keep asking someone to repeat what they just said? It may have come to the point where you now avoid social gatherings. If this is what you are experiencing, you probably are already thinking about having your hearing checked. It is not easy to come to such a decision, and emotionally it can be draining. But you can prepare yourself with information as you consider a hearing solution.
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Tattoo Limiting Your Career? What You Need To Know About Removal
Mark Cropp made the news in New Zealand and Australia when he asked for assistance to get a facial tattoo removed because it was preventing him from getting hired for jobs. While you can hide some tattoos under clothing, facial tattoos certainly make a statement that is not easy to hide. So what are your options if you get a tattoo that you eventually wanted removed? Here are the main points you need to know about tattoo removal.
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Travel Doctor: 3 Ways They Can Help You Before Your Trip
If you are planning to travel overseas, the last thing you want is an illness to ruin your trip. Being properly prepared and seeing a travel doctor before you leave can help to prevent any health problems. Below is a guide to 3 ways in which a travel doctor can help you: Vaccinations A travel doctor will be able to inform you of any vaccinations you require for your visit to a foreign country.
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Asbestos Post-Exposure Testing
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral commonly used as building material in many parts of the world. The mineral has long, thin fibres which cannot be seen when they float in the air. The fibres can therefore be inhaled easily and become lodged in the lungs. Why asbestos exposure is dangerous Asbestos has been proven to be a cancer-causing material. When high level of the material is inhaled over a long period of time, they build up in the lungs and cause inflammation and scarring of lung tissue.
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4 Effective Measures To Protect Your Teeth From The Evils Of Sugary Drinks
Sugary drinks taste great. After all, who doesn't like something sweet to drink at the end of a meal, or at any point during the day? But the truth is that sugary drinks cause more harm than good – not only to your teeth, but to your overall health as well. Even the World Health Organisation recommends sugar intake of below 10 percent of total energy intake. WHO recommends a further reduction to 5 percent, or 6 teaspoons per day, for maximum health benefits.
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