Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive nervous system disorder that cannot be cured, although the sooner it is picked up the better. Steps can be taken to slow down its […]
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More than one cognition: A call for change in the field of comparative psychology
What makes a species “smart” and how do strategies for processing information evolve? What goes on in the minds of non-human animals and which cognitive skills can we claim as […]
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High blood pressure: Feeling this sensation in your head? It may be an early warning sign
High blood pressure occurs when a person’s blood pressure increases to unhealthy levels. The condition is a worldwide epidemic and often referred to as the ‘silent killer’ due to hidden symptoms that can go undetected for […]
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Office-based exercise could reduce heart disease risk by 15%
Employers could help staff reduce their risk of heart disease by 15 percent if they introduced specialised exercise bikes to the workplace, according to new research. The University of Stirling-led […]
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COVID-19-related symptoms persist after recovery
(HealthDay)—Most patients who have recovered from COVID-19 report persistence of at least one symptom, according to a research letter published online July 9 in the Journal of the American Medical […]
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Risk for COVID-19 increased for adults taking PPIs
(HealthDay)—Adults taking proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have an increased risk for having a positive COVID-19 test, with evidence of a dose-response relationship, according to a study published online July 7 […]
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Teladoc faces lawsuit over robocalls
The telehealth giant Teladoc has been sued in the Southern District of New York over allegedly making robocalls to consumers through a marketing partner. April Hale, of Merkel, Texas, and […]
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When you have your period, this is what happens to your body
Whether you dread your period’s arrival each month or celebrate it and what your menstrual cycle means for your health, it’s a tricky little thing to deal with and keep […]
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High blood pressure – the vegetable you should avoid or risk deadly hypertension
High blood pressure is a common condition that affects more than a quarter of all adults in the UK. But, you could lower your risk of developing hypertension by avoiding […]
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Best supplements for blood pressure: One of the ‘most effective’ capsules for hypertension
High blood pressure is a common condition that affects more than 25 percent of all adults in the UK. But you could lower your risk of developing hypertension by simply […]
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