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Water - The silent killer!!!

... best remedy to this problem is to be aware of the dangers and to consume safe water always....

Hormone contraceptives lead to bone problems

...th the level of bone loss. The most significant dangers linked to DMPA, say other experts, occur when taken by young women whose skeletons are not yet fully formed. Those problems include a high risk of the bone-thinning disorder osteoporosis, as well as increased risk of broken bones, including hips, kne...

Drink alcohol for intelligence

... drinking moderately." However, he spelled out the dangers of heavy drinking, particularly binge drinking, which is know to actually reduce brain power....

Pharmacies in for a dose of bitter medicine

...Pharm graduates has touched an all-time low. The dangers of this is manifold. Though the layman often seeks the salesperson's prescription for a minor ailment, only a pharmacist (in the absence of a doctor) is qualified to recommend medicines, the dosage and even prepare a concoction particular to a patien...

Serotonin increases stroke risk

...the Health welfare hospital, warn of the potential dangers of using such drugs in combination. They may narrow the blood vessels in the brain to such an extent that a stroke is precipitated. The experts warn that doctors should consider the possibility of these drugs being the culprit whenever a patient repo...

Reducing Lung Cancer Risk

... before they reach middle age can shun most of the dangers of developing lung cancer. There are now twice as many Britishers over the age of 50 who are former smokers compared with those who continue to smoke.// Over the past four decades, Britain has had the largest reduction in lung cancer in the world. ...

FDA fish warning criticized

...n softened its warning to pregnant women about the dangers of mercury in some fish, notably tuna.// According to a report, 60,000 women nationwide are putting their fetuses "at risk" of brain damage because of mercury in the fish they eat. Last year, the FDA warned pregnant women not to eat shark, swordfish...

FDA may speed review of new drugs

... of a dozen drugs pulled off the market because of dangers in recent years, critics say the FDA already is approving drugs too fast and doesn’t adequately monitor problems that can arise when new ones hit the market. Drug companies have paid millions in user fees that help fund FDA’s review of their prod...

Look out for sepsis

... centre felt that, everyone should be aware of the dangers of sepsis, a life-threatening response to infection. Sepsis occurs when the body over-reacts to an infection. It often follows trauma, surgery or is associated with cancer but it can attack anyone.// In fact sepsis claims more lives than breast, colo...

A new infection- 'hot tub lung'

...hers at the Mayo clinic in a new study observe the dangers of getting a lung infection or irritation from a hot tub bath. No doubt it is relaxing to use a hot tub, or jacuzzi, at home or in a health club. The experts advice you to be sure of keeping the tub clean// and well-maintained in order to avoid devel...

Childhood Sunburn Can Lead to Skin Cancer Later

...n Boston was even more specific in pinpointing the dangers to children. According to Dr. Lynda Chin, it may all come down to the recently discovered Rb pathway -- a series of biochemical signals that can sense when damage occurs in a skin cell and immediately shut down its ability to duplicate itself. Indee...

Weight-loss Products Dangerous

... to educate the general public about the potential dangers of herbal supplements. ...

The Risks Of Smoking

...cy by about 15 years . Latest research reveals new dangers of smoking. In 1964, the Surgeon General’s Report showed smoking was linked to cancers of the lung and larynx in men and chronic bronchitis in both men and women. Doctors now say that there are many more diseases to add to that list,namely leukemia...

Fentanyl Narcotic Pain Patch under Scrutiny

...patients and doctors may not be fully aware of the dangers of this very strong narcotic painkiller; hence they feel the need to highlight important safety information about the drug which could benefit both patients and doctors . Some of the signs of overdose associated with fentanyl skin patch include shall...

FDA Approves Indian Generic Drug For AIDS Treatment

...he disease. To educate people world wide about the dangers of AIDS and how to prevent the HIV infection. For More information: http://www.medindia.net/Patients/ aids/treatment.asp...

Co-trimoxazole Use Reduces Childhood AIDS –Related Death

...he disease. To educate people world wide about the dangers of AIDS and how to prevent the HIV infection. For More information on AIDS treatment: http://www.medindia.net/Patients /aids/treatment.asp...

‘No Epidemic Risk in Mumbai’ Assures Health Ministe

...et after wading through the rain water. One of the dangers is of Leptospirosis and this spreads through the urine of rats. Mr.Ramdos ruled out any dangers of this disease. Further information about Water Borne Disease from medindia Drinking of water...

With More Appearance Conscious Consumers The Need For Slimming Products Is Rapidly Rising

...ent were overweight. The growing concern about the dangers of obesity and overweight will fuel further demand for slimming products as estimates suggest that one Belgian out of two could be overweight in the near future if there are no changes in eating habits. Medindia on Obesity: Obesity may be defined...

Brain scans show why we always have room for dessert

...r sex or even things on the aversive scale such as dangers and threats and predators, the brain also needs to know how to update ... and modulate these associations so you don't get stuck in a rut....

Addicted To Getting Tanned?!

...rs trying to educate the public on the skin-cancer dangers of ultraviolet radiation — this knowledge doesn’t seem to have much effect on their behavior, and the incidence of skin cancer continues to rise. Researchers have found evidence that could explain why people continue to sunbathe and patronize tannin...

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