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7 Subtle Signs You Could Have Ulcerative Colitis
Running to the bathroom a lot lately? It could be ulcerative colitis, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can cause...
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6 Signs of a Brain Aneurysm Everyone Should Know
From headaches to numbness, knowing the signs of a brain aneurysm can save your life.
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19 Reasons Unexpected Weight Loss Could Be a Serious Problem
Dropping pounds unexpectedly? It can happen for a number of reasons, but there are some diseases that can cause it.
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6 Early Throat Cancer Symptoms You Might Ignore
Throat cancer often doesn’t cause symptoms until later stages—yet early detection makes for more effective treatment. If you notice any...
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9 Signs of Blood Cancer Doctors Usually Miss
Blood cancer has subtle and surprising symptoms. Doctors share the most common ones that may require a closer look.
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11 Silent Signs of a Thiamine Deficiency
See if any of these silent signs of a thiamine deficiency sound familiar—and why you should be concerned if you're...
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9 Silent Signs of an Iodine Deficiency
Do you take in enough iodine? What happens if you don't? Find out the warning signs of iodine deficiency.
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This is What Life is Like After a Stroke
Life after a stroke can be challenging, but new treatments are giving hope for survivors.
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6 Polite Ways to End a Conversation
Bound by manners and common decency, you can find it difficult to walk away from a conversation without seeming rude....
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7 Surprising Things Your Outfit Colour Says About You
Here's why yellow might be off-putting and blue could land you the job.
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Medical News That Could Save Your Life
Between a "cure" for peanut allergies and a vaccine for celiac disease, this medical news represents potentially life-saving breakthroughs.
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13 Weight Loss Quotes That Will Keep You Motivated
Let these professional athletes and trainers inspire you to lose that weight—and keep it off.
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13 Things Your Feet Wish You Knew
Seventy-five per cent of Canadians will experience foot problems in their lives. Lower your risk with these tips.
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Doctors Thought This Man Had Crohn’s Disease—It Turned Out to Be Something Much Rarer
A breakthrough drug seemed to help Karim deal with his Crohn’s disease at first. Weeks later, he was on an...
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Diet or Exercise: The Final Verdict on Which Is Better for Weight Loss
Here's what science and dietitians think about the debate between diet and exercise—and which should be your biggest priority for...
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10 Health Tweaks You Need to Make in Your 40s
There's no denying it: You've reached middle age, and your body is responding in some new and unpredictable ways. Time...
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9 Subtle Signs of a Dangerous Eye Infection
Pain, redness, itching… find out how to tell if your eye infection is dangerous or just annoying.
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10 Things You Shouldn’t Touch at All-You-Can-Eat Buffets
Here’s how you can enjoy the experience at tempting buffets while minimizing the risk to your health.
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This Is Why You Should Never Refill Your Plastic Water Bottle
We’re all guilty—but the consequences can be seriously harmful to your health.
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This Man’s Asphyxiation Attacks Turned Out to be a Rare Genetic Condition
For 40 years, Kurt had been under constant threat of asphyxiation. Doctors were stumped—until a chance referral helped save his...
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How to Express Your Anger the Right Way
Getting angry can be good for you—if you do it right. Here's how to harness your rage and reap the...
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10 Problems All Coffee Lovers Understand—and How to Fix Them
Your afternoon latte might seem like a lifesaver, but its actually wreaking havoc on your teeth, stomach and wallet.
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7 Sneaky Things Your Voice Can Predict About Your Personality and Health
It's not just what you say—it's what you sound like when you say it.
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How to Overcome Envy: 3 Simple Strategies
What can you do when someone has what you want?
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Everything You Need to Know About Nosebleeds
What's causing your bloody nose—and is it cause for concern?
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13 Things Paramedics Want You to Know
From on-the-job secrets to knowing how to handle heart emergencies, here's everything paramedics want you to know about their profession.
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11 Things Mosquitoes Don’t Want You to Know
With summer in full swing, read these secrets about mosquitoes before heading out for some fun in the sun.
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13 Things You Should Know About Donating Blood
Donating blood is more important than you think.
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12 Simple Ways to Make Friends as an Adult
The quality of a person's friendships can make or break their life, adding to feelings of happiness, and providing health...