Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
How to mosquite-proof your property after a flood and cut your risk of disease
The extreme weather and flooding in recent days is likely to boost mosquito numbers, even as we say goodbye to summer.
Mar 3, 2022
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Polar penis: The hazards of winter sports
The Olympics has concluded with almost 3,000 athletes, showcasing their skills to the world. While slips, trips and falls are common on the ice and snow, causing embarrassment and injury, spare a thought for Finnish cross-country ...
Feb 24, 2022
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Dermatologist tips for managing dry, cracked heels in winter weather
(HealthDay)—Dry, cracked heels are common in the winter, but there are several ways to prevent and treat the problem, a skin specialist says.
Feb 14, 2022
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Study finds survivors of weather-related disasters may have accelerated aging
When Hurricane Maria slammed into Puerto Rico in September 2017 as a high-end category 4 storm, it left in its wake the largest catastrophe in the history of the island. The storm killed over 3,000 people in its immediate ...
Feb 7, 2022
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WHO: Europe entering 'plausible endgame' to COVID pandemic
The director of the World Health Organization's Europe office said Thursday the continent is now entering a "plausible endgame" to the pandemic and that the number of coronavirus deaths is starting to plateau.
Feb 3, 2022
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Tips for getting healthy and staying healthy during the cold Winter months
Many people think January is a great time to get a fresh start on a new fitness routine, while others use the cold weather as an excuse to huddle under the covers on the couch. No matter how you approach the new year, the ...
Jan 26, 2022
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Four surprising ways climate change is affecting people's health in England and Wales
When you take age out of the equation, temperature-related deaths are on the decline in England and Wales. That's according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). But more people are going to ...
Jan 21, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Can neonatal herpes lead to Alzheimer's disease?
"We've learned a lot during the course of the COVID-19 pandemic … how a virus can affect our behavior," Dartmouth University MD and Ph.D. candidate Abigail Dutton says in a short video that recently won second place in ...
Jan 20, 2022
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Cardiology
Don't snow shovel your way to a heart attack
(HealthDay)—Shoveling snow may trigger a heart attack if you're not careful, especially if you already have risk factors, an expert warns.
Jan 17, 2022
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Cover your face, wear a hat and stay hydrated to exercise safely through the winter
Let's face it, winter in Canada is a reality we can't ignore. And for many of us, it means getting outside and into the cold for work, chores and exercise. But there are ways to improve your comfort and safety while being ...
Jan 13, 2022
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