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- Most salt hidden in our food, BDA says
The majority of people are unaware that the equivalent of three teaspoons of salt is already contained in the food we eat. This is...
Published Tuesday 01 December 2009 - Too much exercise raises osteoarthritis risk
The risk of osteoarthritis in middle aged men and women may be increased by taking too much physical activity. This is according to researchers...
Published Monday 30 November 2009 - Number of US diabetics expected to double by 2034
The US is bracing itself for a new generation of diabetes patients following a study by researchers at the University of Chicago. Findings published...
Published Friday 27 November 2009 - Snoring can be monitored at home thanks to new application
A new application that can be used at home is capable of monitoring snorers, which spells good news for individuals suffering from sleep disorders....
Published Thursday 26 November 2009 - Too much salt raises stroke and cardiovascular risk
Eating high quantities of salt may increase a person's risk of suffering from stroke or cardiovascular disease. This is according to joint findings by...
Published Wednesday 25 November 2009
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Arthritis
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Too much exercise raises osteoarthritis risk
30 November 09 -
Rheumatoid arthritis pain can be relieved by Tai chi
02 November 09 -
Rheumatoid arthritis can be treated using exercise routines
07 October 09
Diabetes
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Number of US diabetics expected to double by 2034
27 November 09 -
Special diabetes treatment now available to Scottish patients
19 November 09 -
Too much sugar may impact on lifespan
05 November 09
Eczema
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Newly-discovered cells affect eczema symptoms
18 November 09 -
New publication will provide eczema information
05 August 09 -
Some eczema patients more likely to develop severe disease
02 July 09
Fibromyalgia
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Doctors remain divided over fibromyalgia
07 July 09 -
Employment found to benefit female fibromyalgia sufferers
16 December 08 -
Gift advice for friends and family with FMS or CFS
28 November 08
General Health News
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Most salt hidden in our food, BDA says
01 December 09 -
Too much salt raises stroke and cardiovascular risk
25 November 09 -
Cancer patients have high levels of insomnia, study reveals
24 November 09
GERD
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Causes of GERD may be different to commonly held belief
20 November 09 -
PPI is preferred treatment for GERD patients
27 October 09 -
Poor sleep is a consequence for GERD patients
01 September 09
Low Testosterone
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Can testosterone be used to treat cardiovascular disease?
16 November 09 -
Who you vote for can influence testosterone levels
12 November 09 -
Low testosterone levels in older women linked to reduced heart disease risk
09 November 09
Multiple Sclerosis
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MS obesity findings too simplistic, MS charity argues
12 November 09 -
Obesity increases MS risk
10 November 09 -
Discovery could lead to improved MS treatments
14 September 09
Neuropathic Pain
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Acupuncture recommended for neurological pain
05 December 08
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
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Expert claims positive moves in combating leukemia and lymphoma
08 December 08 -
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma: Treatments evolving
25 April 08 -
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma patients 'living longer'
15 March 08
Osteoporosis
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Disease management could reduce osteoporosis fractures
20 November 09 -
World Osteoporosis Day aims to raise awareness of the condition
20 October 09 -
Study recommends teen exercise to prevent osteoporosis
23 December 08
Psoriasis
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Effects on severe psoriasis on patients is revealed
02 November 09 -
World Psoriasis Day begins
29 October 09 -
Internal diseases more likely in psoriasis patients
19 October 09
Snoring
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Snoring can be monitored at home thanks to new application
26 November 09 -
Snoring can be relieved thanks to radiofrequency ablation
22 October 09 -
Radiofrequency ablation could benefit snorers
05 October 09