- B group vitamins may improve memory — read abstract
« An Australian study has found that a diet rich in B group vitamins may improve memory and verbal ability. »
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- Babies and vomiting — read abstract
« Vomiting in a small baby may cause concern that there is something seriously wrong. However, this is not necessarily so. »
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- Baby boomers get active, says Heart Foundation — read abstract
« The National Heart Foundation has urged the ageing baby boomer generation to get active to keep their hearts healthy. »
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- Baby wipes can trigger skin problems — read abstract
« Baby wipes can trigger nappy rash, contact dermatitis or eczema, according to a leading dermatologist. »
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- Baby's cot: making your baby's cot SIDS safe — read abstract
« Let SIDS Australia show you how to make your baby`s cot SIDS-safe. »
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- Baby's development in the womb — read abstract
« A month by month timescale of your baby’s development in the womb. »
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- Baby's due date — read abstract
« Many expectant parents get confused about how to calculate the date on which their baby will be born. »
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- Baby's health: the Apgar score — read abstract
« Find out about the Apgar newborn scoring system, the standardised technique that doctors use to determine the health of a baby within 5 minutes of its birth. »
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- Babywalkers delay walking in toddlers — read abstract
« Toddlers who use babywalkers take longer to learn to crawl, stand or walk alone, Irish researchers found. »
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- Back pain — read abstract
« Most back problems can be prevented by proper use of the spine and keeping it in good shape. »
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- Back-breaking work for Australia's young — read abstract
« It’s not the cost of education that’s crippling students, according to the Australian Physiotherapy Association, it’s their heavy schoolbags. »
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- Backpacks trip-up school kids — read abstract
« A US study of injuries to school children involving backpacks shows that being hit by a backpack or tripping over one presents a greater acute injury risk than simply carrying the pack. »
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- Bacterium linked with SIDS — read abstract
« Researchers at the Manchester Royal Infirmary have come one step closer to solving the puzzle of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), which claims the life of 250 Australian babies every year. »
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- Bad breath (halitosis) — read abstract
« The usual cause of halitosis is the breakdown of food remains, saliva and blood by bacteria. »
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- Bad news for depressed elderly — read abstract
« Elderly people with depression have a worse prognosis than previously believed, according to Dutch research. »
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- Baked beans now count as 'vegetables' — read abstract
« Tinned baked beans now count as vegetables in daily fruit and vegetable intake, according to UK Government health advisers. »
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- Barium enema: lower bowel examination — read abstract
« Barium enema is a test that allows your doctor to examine the lower part of your bowel using a white fluid (called barium) to outline the walls of the bowel. »
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- Barium swallow and barium meal tests — read abstract
« Both a barium swallow and a barium meal test involve you swallowing a liquid suspension of barium sulphate before a series of X-rays being taken of your upper digestive tract. »
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- Barrett's oesophagus — read abstract
« Barrett’s oesophagus occurs when the acidic stomach contents are continuously refluxed onto the lining of the oesophagus, causing changes to the structure of the tissue. »
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- Bed-wetting — read abstract
« Wetting the bed: find out about the causes, affects on children and available treatments for bed-wetting. »
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- Bedsores — read abstract
« Bedsores, or pressure sores or pressure ulcers, are skin ulcers that develop in people who are bedridden or cannot move by themselves. »
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- Bee stings — read abstract
« First-aid advice on the best treatment for bee stings. Find out about severe reactions and how to avoid being stung by a bee. »
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- Behaviour disorders are an injury risk for kids and teens — read abstract
« Children and adolescents with a behaviour disorder are at risk of injury, a finding that cannot be explained by overactivity, impulsiveness or inattention. »
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- Bell's palsy — read abstract
« A person with Bell's Palsy will experience paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face, producing a strange lop-sided look. »
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- Benefit of varicocele repair in subfertility queried — read abstract
« Varicocele repair does not seem to be an effective treatment for subfertility, as it fails to improve chances of conception, a review shows. »
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- Benzodiazepines: what are the effects? — read abstract
« The unwanted negative effects of benzodiazepines vary according to dose. »
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- Benzodiazepines: what are they? — read abstract
« Benzodiazepines (`benzos`) are also known as minor tranquillisers. »
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- Bereavement stress linked to increased risk of... — read abstract
« Emotional stress in bereavement may contribute not only to increased risk of depression, but also raise an individual’s risk of cardiovascular events. »
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- Better to give than to receive — read abstract
« We all know that Christmas is a time of giving, through actions as well as gifts. But did you know that friendly Christmas deeds could actually reduce your risk of dying in the next five years by up to 60 per cent? »
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- Bifocals tripping up elderly people — read abstract
« Australian researchers have recommended that elderly people use alternatives to bifocal spectacles because of the risk of falling. »
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- Bigger babies are more likely to have birth defects — read abstract
« Babies who are large for their gestational age are more likely to have congenital abnormalities than normal weight babies, South American research has shown. »
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- Biological warfare: what you need to know — read abstract
« Many biological agents have been developed as weapons. Find out about those thought to pose the most serious risk, and how they might be released. »
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- Biopsy — read abstract
« For a biopsy, a small sample of tissue is removed so it can be examined under a microscope. »
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- Bipolar disorder — read abstract
« Bipolar disorder (sometimes called manic-depression) is an illness, a medical condition. »
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- Bipolar disorder sufferers receive inadequate care — read abstract
« An report released this week reveals that people with bipolar disorder are often misdiagnosed and left untreated, causing unnecessary suffering and costing the community millions of dollars. »
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- Bird flu (avian influenza) — read abstract
« Avian influenza, or bird flu, is an infectious disease that is caused by a type of influenza virus. »
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- Birthing mothers opt for short hospital stays — read abstract
« Australian mothers are leaving hospital earlier after childbirth. »
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- Bites and stings - first aid — read abstract
« First aid for bites and stings from Australia's venomous creatures. Find out what to do if you`re bitten or stung. »
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- Black henna tattoos may cause allergic skin reactions — read abstract
« Temporary `black` henna tattoos applied in Asia or the Middle East may lead to allergic contact dermatitis. »
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- Bladder cancer — read abstract
« There are several different types of bladder cancer. Find out about the risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of bladder cancer. »
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- Bladder habits — read abstract
« Learning some good habits in earlier years can prevent many inconvenient bladder problems. »
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- Bleeding gums — read abstract
« Bleeding of the gums is often due to infection of the gums or the bone supporting the teeth. »
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- Blisters — read abstract
« A blister is a lump filled with fluid that appears when the skin’s outer layer is injured. The fluid forms under the damaged skin and protects the sensitive new skin growing underneath it. »
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- Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) — read abstract
« The blood alcohol concentration (BAC) means the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream. »
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- Blood and bleeding — read abstract
« Blood makes up about 8 per cent of a person's body weight. Learn more about this unique body tissue. »
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- Blood clots: 2 hours travel increases clot risk — read abstract
« The risk of developing a blood clot rises by 18 per cent for each 2-hour increase in the duration of travel, including being seated in road and air transport vehicles. »
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- Blood donation crisis for Red Cross — read abstract
« The Australian Red Cross Blood Service is worried that blood donations will decrease due to worldwide concerns over the spread of variant Creuzfeldt-Jakob disease. »
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- Blood donations — read abstract
« Learn about what is involved in donating blood and who can donate blood. »
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- Blood donor limits extended in Australia — read abstract
« Australia will extend the deferral of blood donation from people who lived in the UK during the height of the mad cow disease crisis to include people who received a transfusion of blood or of blood products in the UK from 1980 onwards, announced Senator »
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- Blood glucose: self-monitoring — read abstract
« Regularly checking your blood glucose will ensure your diabetes treatment is working properly. »
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- Blood pressure: what is your target? — read abstract
« The higher your blood pressure, the greater your chance of cardiovascular disease. Find out what is considered normal blood pressure and what is high blood pressure. »
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- Blood tests on a CD player? — read abstract
« Research at the Ohio State University in the US is paving the way for doctors to conduct blood tests using a CD and CD player. »
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- Blood transfusions — read abstract
« Find out about blood transfusions and their safeguards. »
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- Blood typing — read abstract
« Classifying blood types is particularly important when it comes to blood transfusions. »
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- Blue glasses for a good night's sleep — read abstract
« Adelaide researchers have designed special glasses that can treat sleep problems by shining blue light directly into the wearers` eyes. »
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- Bluebottle stings — read abstract
« Find out more about bluebottle stings and how to treat them. »
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- Body maintenance — read abstract
« The human body is a marvellous machine. It’s tough, but it can break, tear or bruise. »
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- Body rocking in sleep common in kids — read abstract
« Head banging and rhythmic body rocking during sleep are common behaviours in young children, a sleep paediatrician says. »
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- Boils — read abstract
« Boils or skin abscesses are inflamed and pus-filled areas of skin that look like oversized pimples. »
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- Bone and joint decade launched in Australia — read abstract
« Friday 27 April saw Federal Health Minister Dr Michael Wooldridge preside over the Australian launch of the Bone and Joint Decade (BJD). »
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- Bone mineral density tests — read abstract
« Bone mineral density testing assesses the mineral content of your bones. Low bone mineral density - osteopenia or osteoporosis - makes bones weak and prone to break. »
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- Borderline personality disorder — read abstract
« Borderline personality disorder is the name given to one of a group of psychiatric conditions called personality disorders. »
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- Botox injections — read abstract
« While many people think of Botox as an exciting new treatment for wrinkles, it has actually been used for several years to treat certain medical conditions. »
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- Botox suggested as potential migraine therapy — read abstract
« Botox injections are worth considering as a preventive treatment for some people with migraine, according to a leading Australian neurologist. »
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- Botox: further wrinkles or illusion? — read abstract
« Botox injections may lead to wrinkles in untreated parts of the face appearing more prominent, according to a US dermatologist. »
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- Bowed legs — read abstract
« Bowed legs – where the legs bend outwards at the knees – is a common condition in childhood. Most children will go through stages of having bowed legs as they grow. »
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- Bowel cancer — read abstract
« In Australia, about one person in 12 will develop bowel cancer before the age of 85. Find out about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of bowel cancer. »
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- Bowel cancer pilot programme for early detection — read abstract
« More than 50,000 people aged 55-74 years will take part in a screening pilot programme for the early detection of bowel cancer. »
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- Bowel cancer causes and symptoms — read abstract
« Diet is one of the main suspects in the hunt for the causes of bowel cancer. »
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- Bowel cancer diagnosis — read abstract
« If you have symptoms that suggest you might have bowel cancer, the doctor will want to begin a diagnosis with an examination. »
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- Bowel cancer treatments — read abstract
« The main treatments for bowel cancer are surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. »
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- Bowel cancer: lifestyle changes key to prevention — read abstract
« Moderate changes to key lifestyle factors could have more impact on reducing deaths from bowel cancer than screening. »
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- Bowel cancer: what is it? — read abstract
« Bowel cancer happens when cells in the bowel begin to grow out of control, forming a lump or tumour. »
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- Brain — read abstract
« Take a look at the inside of your brain and find out more about the different structures in the brain. »
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- Brain ageing and dementia — read abstract
« Discover how the brain changes as we age and learn about the differences among normal ageing, mild cognitive impairment and dementia. »
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- Brain health in old age — read abstract
« Find out which strategies can help you keep your brain active and your memory sharp into old age. »
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- Bread in the diet — read abstract
« Bread is inexpensive, low in fat and healthy. It is a valuable source of protein, carbohydrate, dietary fibre and many vitamins and minerals. »
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- Bread preservative linked to irritability in kids — read abstract
« A food preservative in bread has been linked to irritability and inattention in children, in a Darwin trial. »
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- Breast abscesses — read abstract
« A breast abscess is a collection of pus in the breast usually caused by bacterial infection. »
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- Breast awareness — read abstract
« ‘Breast Awareness’ — being familiar with the normal look and feel of your breasts — can aid the early detection of breast cancer. »
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- Breast cancer and exercise — read abstract
« Researchers in the USA have discovered some good news for teenage girls and young women who take regular strenuous exercise. »
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- Breast cancer facts and figures — read abstract
« Discover some fast facts about breast cancer in Australia, including how common it is, the biggest risk factor, average age of diagnosis and survival rates. »
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- Breast cancer prevention — read abstract
« In the battle against breast cancer, it helps to know your breasts and the lifestyle factors that can increase or decrease your risk. »
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- Breast cancer Q and A — read abstract
« Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. Fortunately, much research has been done into its treatment and causes. Find out the latest about breast cancer. »
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- Breast cancer screening — read abstract
« The number of women dying from breast cancer has fallen, thanks to breast screening programmes. »
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- Breast cancer: are you at risk? — read abstract
« Several factors have been identified that may increase your chances of getting breast cancer. »
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- Breast cancer: detection and diagnosis — read abstract
« Early detection can help the chances of surviving breast cancer. »
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- Breast cancer: early diagnosis is the key — read abstract
« The good news is that with advances in treatment and diagnosis, more women are surviving breast cancer than ever before. »
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- Breast cancer: help your teenager cope with your diagnosis — read abstract
« Families are thrown into turmoil by a woman’s breast cancer, but it is often teenage children who are most vulnerable. »
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- Breast cancer: just words, not a sentence — read abstract
« Read Valerie`s story, a real-life account of living with breast cancer. »
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- Breast cancer: men affected by a woman's diagnosis — read abstract
« ‘Boys Do Cry’ is a public awareness campaign of the National Breast Cancer Centre to help support men and teenagers who are faced with the diagnosis of breast cancer in a woman they love — their wife, partner, mother, grandmother, auntie, friend or collea »
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- Breast cancer: treatments — read abstract
« There are a number of factors to be considered before a doctor selects the right treatment for someone with breast cancer. »
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- Breast feeding — read abstract
« Breast milk contains the ideal balance of nutrients for the newborn baby as well as close physical contact between mother and infant. »
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- Breast feeding - national 24-hour advice helpline launched — read abstract
« A national breast feeding advice line, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, has been officially launched. »
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- Breast feeding advice kits now available — read abstract
« The Federal Government has produced two comprehensive information kits designed to help advise parents about breast feeding their children both at home and in the workplace. »
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- Breast feeding benefits — read abstract
« Studies show that women who breast feed have a reduced risk of developing breast cancer later in life. »
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- Breast feeding may protect hearts — read abstract
« Breastfeeding may provide a life-long reduction in cardiovascular risk, UK researchers say. »
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- Breast feeding reduces asthma risk in kids — read abstract
« Breast feeding appears to protect against the development of asthma, regardless of family history of allergy. »
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- Breast feeding reduces mothers’ risk of cardiovascular... — read abstract
« Breast feeding protects mothers against cardiovascular disease later in life, research suggests. »
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- Breast feeding your baby — read abstract
« Find out all about breast feeding and its benefits. »
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- Breast lumps and cancer — read abstract
« Many breast lumps are not cancerous. This article discusses breast cysts, fibroadenomas, benign milk duct tumours and the diagnostic tests used to determine whether breast lumps are cancerous. »
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- Breast milk expressing — read abstract
« There are a number of reasons why a breast feeding mother might wish to express milk rather than feeding the baby directly from the breast. »
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- Breastfeeding cuts breast cancer risk — read abstract
« Risk of breast cancer is reduced by the length of time a woman breast feeds. »
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- Breasts: how to care for your breasts — read abstract
« Some doctors are recommending a three-pronged screening plan to help detect breast cancer earlier. »
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- Breasts: inside women's breasts — read abstract
« An internal view shows that the breast is made up of fat, nipple, glands and a network of ducts. »
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- Bronchial asthma and cardiac asthma — read abstract
« Find out the difference between cardiac and bronchial asthma. »
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- Bronchiolitis — read abstract
« Bronchiolitis is a seasonal viral chest infection, seen mainly in autumn and winter. It tends to affect infants in the first year of life. »
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- Bronchitis — read abstract
« Bronchitis can be acute or chronic (long term) and is usually caused by viral or bacterial infection of the lungs. Find out the symptoms and treatment. »
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- Bullying — read abstract
« Bullying can be a part of many children's lives and it can cause many health problems. »
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- Bunions — read abstract
« A bunion is a swelling, usually over the joint between the big toe and the rest of the foot. It is one of the more painful conditions to affect feet. »
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- Buprenorphine successful for heroin dependence — read abstract
« Buprenorphine in conjunction with intensive psychosocial therapy is a safe, highly effective treatment for heroin dependence, a randomised placebo-controlled trial shows.
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- Burn risk with laptop use — read abstract
« People who use laptop computers on their laps risk serious burns, even if they are wearing long trousers and underpants, a Swedish doctor says. »
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- Burns — read abstract
« Burns are serious injuries that can cause permanent skin damage. Ugly scars can result. Children, having more sensitive skin than adults, are particularly at risk of burns due to scalding from hot liquid - common examples being in the bath and by the kitc »
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- Burns risk for people with epilepsy — read abstract
« People with epilepsy are at high risk of burns in the home, an Australian study shows. »
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- Burns: children at risk from hair straighteners — read abstract
« Increasing numbers of children are suffering contact burns caused by hair-straightening devices, Australian experts say. »
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- Burns: how to treat — read abstract
« A burn is an injury to the body’s tissue resulting from heat, chemicals, electricity or sunlight. The severity of a burn depends on the amount of tissue affected and the depth of the injury. »
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- Bursitis — read abstract
« Bursitis - inflammation of small fluid-filled sacs called bursae - is usually caused by overuse of a joint. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments of bursitis. »
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- Buteyko breathing for asthma — read abstract
« The Buteyko breathing method has been touted as an effective treatment for asthma: read this article and find out all you need to know. »
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- Buteyko trial supports use in asthma — read abstract
« Early results from the world`s largest trial of the Buteyko breathing method for asthma show a drop in use of asthma medication. »
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