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Flu pandemic deaths may have been caused by drug

As drug companies prepare to launch their swine flu vaccine, researchers have this week discovered that a drug – and not a virus – may have been responsible for many of the deaths that occurred during... more »

A simple test to discover your chances of a heart attack

If you’ve reached the ripe old age of 40 or over, and you’re wondering how likely you are to suffer a sudden heart attack or stroke, here’s a very simple test to help you find out. more »

Antidepressants cause developmental problems in babies

Women who take antidepressants when they’re pregnant increase the risk of a preterm birth and a baby that has developmental problems. more »

Why cholesterol is good for us

We live at a time when we’re obsessed with the need to lower our cholesterol levels – but a new study reminds us just how important it is for maintaining health. more »

Soy reduces risks of diabetes and heart disease

Soy, the bean used in tofu, tempeh and soya milk, can reduce your risk of diabetes and heart disease, a new study claims. more »

Isolation can make cancer worse

Cancer could be made worse if you’re living an isolated life. Breast cancer tumour growth increases among those who live alone, and who rarely go out and socially mix with others. more »

Olive oil prevents, and may combat, Alzheimer's

The olive oil you put on your salad seems to possess the ability to help prevent Alzheimer’s disease, and even to combat it if you already have it. more »

Recession may help you live longer

There’s one good piece of news about the current credit crunch and recession – it will probably mean you’ll live longer. more »

Get a pet for a healthier, and fitter, you

If you want to stay healthy, get yourself a pet. It can help lower your blood pressure, improve your psychological health, and encourage you to exercise. more »

Relaxation and better breathing could reduce asthma attacks

Asthma sufferers could reduce the number of attacks just by learning to relax and change the way they breathe, researchers have discovered. more »

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3 Nov 2009 | Lynne McTaggart - Wh... (jowddty)

The poisoned generation

Perhaps the most underappreciated health scandal in modern times is the fact that, every day, we are all subjected to some 80,000 drugs—virtually all of which have not undergone a single regulat... more »

23 Oct 2009 | Health from your Gar... (bshubbard)

Your good health is down to yo...

One thing is sure in this world:  only you can establish total wellness and health. Unless you want it, and are sufficiently motivated to gain it and keep it, no amount of outside support will su... more »

1 Oct 2009 | Lynne McTaggart - Wh... (jowddty)

DNA: it's not destiny

When we become ill, most of us lay the blame at the feet of our ancestors: my heart problem is like dad’s, who had a dicky ticker; I’m likely to get breast cancer because it’s what m... more »

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21:35 | Health Conditions (blobby)

Re: Lung Cancer

Can we please stop all this childish bickering amongst ourselves. Everybody is entitled to express their own opinions on this site and everybody can agree or disagree with those opinions but let's... more »

19:53 | Health Conditions (ajmcglynn)

Re: glioblastoma multiforme

Dear Jenny, The New York Times published an article about a week ago describing a promising experimental treatment.  The physician is Dr. Howard Riina at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell &... more »

19:30 | Health Conditions (ajmcglynn)

Re: Small Intestine Bacterial ...

Karen, I note your comment that Xifaxin has been helpful.  The wisdom in the alternative medical community is that infestation in the gut can be a side effect of antibiotic treatment:  The a... more »

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