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More than skin deep-scarring
Which of these skin conditions are dangerous or contagious, and which are not?
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It can cost you an arm and a leg
See a doctor if walking becomes painful - you could be suffering from atherosclerosis. |
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Old and depressed
The most common disorders of old age are depressive disorders - what are the risk factors?
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Ensure you're insured
This doctor once encountered a ludicrous case: A patient could not claim insurance because her liver cancer had not spread. |
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Help! Reporters are feeling the strain too
The work environment of these reporters sheds light on the common problems of workplace ergonomics that could hurt your back.
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Chiropractor eases family's pain
Three generations of a family have sought help for their back problems. In one case, treating the back stopped a child's involuntary facial twitches.
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No surgery please, doc
What are the treatments you can have for your injured back if you don't want surgery?
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Spine chillers
More than four in five people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. What can you do about it? |
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Keep an eye out for lazy eyes
A squint may cause your child to develop a lazy eye but early treatment can correct the condition.
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Loss of feeling leads to loss of limb for diabetics
Small cuts become major infections because they are unable to feel the injuries and get them treated early. |
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Hear them out
Early detection of deafness in newborns is vital so they can be fitted with cochlear implants and lead a normal life, says doc.
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Addicted to the PC
Do you use computers beyond 28 hours a week in 'non-essential chores'? |
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Parents: How to look for signs of stress
Is your kid being spoilt or is he or she truly stressed?
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Feeling hormonal, middle-aged dude?
Fatigue and stressed-out feelings for no apparent reason could be signs of hormonal imbalances. |
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200,000 walking time bombs
Early-stage diabetes has no symptoms; if you are 40 years or older, check your blood sugar level, do it now.
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Pay attention to your pain
Bad breath or leg pain? Minor symptoms can signal major health hazards. |
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The most serious fracture
Fatal about 20% of the time, hip fractures are the most serious form of fracture linked to osteoporosis.
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What you can do to keep your bones strong
Regular exercise, sunshine and the right diet can help reduce the likelihood of bone fractures for those with osteoporosis. |
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Eating right for bone health
As the effects of osteoporosis are felt mainly in old age, few realise the steps to prevent it have to start when one is young.
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Choosing a 'good death'
Living wills let nature takes its course with focus on care: Khaw |
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Beware that tickle in your throat
What colour is your phlegm and when do you cough? Identify the types of cough can help you decide when to seek medical help.
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Strong bias persists against HIV victims
Here are the facts and myths about HIV.
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