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ARE you among the 13 per cent of the population who smokes? I know you’re already aware that smoking is horrible for your health, but in recent weeks, Cancer Research warned that cancer cases caused by smoking are at an all-time high, with 160 people diagnosed daily. A University College London study found smokers’ brains […]

Should I worry about my bowel habits? I only poo once every four days

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Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDMedically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDPoop with foam is a stool that has a foamy, frothy, or bubbly appearance, usually due to having too much fat or mucus in your stool. This symptom can be caused by various health conditions, gastrointestinal (GI) infections, or your diet.Occasional poop with foam generally clears up on its own, but having consistently foamy poop may be the result of an underlying issue. A healthcare provider can help determine the root cause and recommend a treatment plan.What Does Poop With Foam Look Like?Poop with foam describes poop with a frothy...

What Causes Poop With Foam?

This informational guide, part of PS's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment.

What Is Bacterial Vaginosis, Exactly?

The Conversation UK

Castor oil, which was once used by fascists in Italy as punishment because of its quick-acting laxative effect, is now a weight-loss trend on TikTok. Not drinking it, but rubbing it on your belly. Influencers are also pouring it in their belly buttons and wrapping towels soaked in it around...

Castor oil is all the rage among health influencers – what you need to know about this alternative remedy

The Independent

Two children who attended a Liverpool primary school which was battling an outbreak of an infectious stomach bug have died.The pair, five and six, were pupils at Millstead Primary School, in Everton, Merseyside, which closed last month over the Giardia outbreak.The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said the causes of the deaths of the two children have not been confirmed but that they are “unlikely to be due to Giardia”.The headteacher said the school community was “devastated” after their recent deaths and that both children “filled their classes with joy”.But what is Giardiasis? The Independent takes a look below.What is...

What is Giardia? The stomach bug parasite outbreak which shut down a Liverpool primary school

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Disclaimer: This content was written by Devra Lee for general informational and entertainment purposes only. This service is to provide astrological information that has been researched, recorded, and observed by the author.

Horoscope of the Day, Thursday, August 8th

Kansas City, MO

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Heartburn, acid reflux, GERD: What’s the difference?. Ever felt an uncomfortable tightness or pain in your chest after a big bowl of chili or spicy takeout? It could be heartburn, which occurs when the acid in your stomach sloshes back up into your esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach) and irritates its lining, causing that all-too-familiar burning sensation.

Need Fast Relief From Heartburn? Try These Home Remedies

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Just 2 kilograms of this stuff could wipe out the entire human population.

What’s The Most Dangerous Toxin On Earth?

Nausea (feeling "sick to your stomach") is common. It is related to various conditions and even changes in diet. Some causes are eating a big meal, eating fatty or processed foods, being pregnant, becoming dehydrated, having medical conditions, or taking certain medications. Nausea usually resolves on its own in a...

Why Do I Feel Nauseous? 12 Common Causes and What to Do

A brain aneurysm is a balloon-like dilation that develops in weakened blood vessels. Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of developing these aneurysms as well as increase their risk of rupturing. Brain (cerebral) aneurysms develop along weakened points within blood vessels of your brain. The resulting dilations (widening of the...

Can Drinking Alcohol Trigger a Brain Aneurysm?

A MUM has claimed her daughter went to hospital three times but died from “starvation” after doctors refused to give her a feeding tube. Sarah Boothby-O’Neill told an inquest her 27-year-old daughter Maeve’s death was “wholly preventable”. Maeve had suffered from myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) since she was 13. She was being treated at the Royal […]

My daughter, 27, went to hospital 3 times but still died from ‘starvation’ after doctors ‘refused a feeding tube’

First For Women

Balancing your hormones and maintaining a normal bedroom routine are just small steps you can take to get more rest

How to Get Better Sleep During Menopause: Experts Share Issues That Keep You Up and Ways to Combat Them

Scary Mommy

If you're a Gen Xer or millennial, you may have noticed an unsettling trend lately: the mention of the word perimenopause pops up more and more. You may even be getting Facebook ads about it now (rude). But you can't argue that the frequency you find yourself Googling about perimenopause has definitely spiked. And one of the questions likely plaguing you right now is WTF is up with bleeding during perimenopause.

Bleeding During Perimenopause Can Be A Roller Coaster. Here’s What You Should Know.

Woman's World

A sports drink alone won't cut it, but a doctor says adding these two things helps you feel better

When GI Upset Strikes on Vacation, These Traveler Diarrhea Treatment Options Ease Symptoms

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"It was completely out of the blue."
The post Grandma’s neck pain revealed to be ‘millions of holes’ and tumors appeared first on Talker.

Grandma’s neck pain revealed to be ‘millions of holes’ and tumors

Denver, CO

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More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

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You wake with a sore throat and realise you are sick. Is this going to be a two-day or a two-week illness? Should you go to a doctor or just go to bed? 

Most respiratory illnesses have very similar symptoms at the start: sore throat, congested or runny nose, headache, fatigue and fever. This may progress to a dry cough. 

Best case scenario is that you have “a cold” (which can be any one of hundreds of viruses, most commonly rhinovirus), which is short-lived and self-limiting. 

But some respiratory illnesses can be much more serious. Here is a brief guide...

I feel sick. How do I know if I have the flu, COVID, RSV or something else?

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Doctors who prescribe it share their best tips.

The Number #1 Tip for Avoiding ‘Ozempic Nausea,' According to Doctors Who Prescribe It

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Are Slushies More Dangerous for Little Kids Than You’d Think?

This summer, there have been several reports out of the United Kingdom about kids being hospitalized after drinking slushies. In one report, a 2-year-old became unconscious...

Are Slushies More Dangerous for Little Kids Than You’d Think?

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