Surgery
Rising rates of genital cosmetic surgery subject of new research
A pilot study is investigating a sharp increase in the number of Australian girls, some as young as 11, seeking cosmetic surgery on their genitals.
Jun 29, 2018
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Health
Who wants to live to 100?
While the ageing of society has become one of the givens in today's world, less is made of the lived experience of the very elderly in society. And although there is some suggestion that the much trumpeted steady expansion ...
Jun 28, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Childhood friendships may have some health benefits in adulthood
Time spent with friends in childhood is associated with physical health in adulthood, according to data from a multi-decade study of men. The findings, published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for ...
Mar 27, 2018
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Health
Party tips for teetotalers
(HealthDay)—You love social gatherings, but you're not a social drinker.
Dec 14, 2017
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Health
Time off for good behaviour: Japan firm rewards non-smokers
Non-smoking employees at one Japanese firm are getting six additional days' holiday to compensate for the time their colleagues spend puffing away at work.
Nov 1, 2017
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Cardiology
Low-income patients more likely to take blood pressure medication when doctor involves them in conversation
The key to getting low-income patients to take their blood pressure medications as prescribed may be as simple as a conversation. Low-income patients with high blood pressure were less likely to take their medications as ...
Aug 22, 2017
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Health
Why social smoking can be just as bad for you as daily smoking
"Everything in moderation." It's a common justification made for behaviors that may fall outside the realm of healthy. Whether it's a drink or two or indulging in a favorite dessert, consuming small quantities, rather than ...
Aug 14, 2017
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Health
Social smoking carries same heart-disease risks as everyday habit
Social smokers' risk for high blood pressure and high cholesterol is identical to those who light up every day, new research has found.
May 3, 2017
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Health
Three tips to keep burnout at bay
The pace of life today is crazy. Many people juggle multiple responsibilities - work, home life, caregiving and relationships. How many times have you felt like the demands, expectations and time pressure are exhausting and ...
Nov 25, 2016
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Seniors not scared of social media after all
(HealthDay)—The notion that seniors shy away from social media may be off the mark.
Sep 12, 2016
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