Study Links Popular Snack Foods to Cancer-Associated Toxins
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Research identifies mycotoxins in corn and grain-based snacks, raising concerns for organ damage and hormonal disruption.
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Nicotine Mints May Increase Risk of Heart Rhythm Disorder, Drug Watchdogs Warn
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Nicotinell's Mint Compressed Lozenges updated to include atrial fibrillation as a potential side effect.
Eating Disorder Cases in UK Have Tripled in a Decade, Analysis Shows
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Approximately 3.5 million Britons now struggle with eating disorders, a significant increase from previous estimates, prompting calls for urgent reforms to treatment services.
GP Explains Simple Waist-to-Height Test for Dangerous Belly Fat
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A quick at-home measurement can reveal hidden health risks associated with abdominal fat, according to a general practitioner.
Could Your Beer Belly Be a Serious Health Risk? A Doctor Explains a Simple Test
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A GP warns that a protruding abdomen, often linked to visceral fat, can signal a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.
IVF Add-Ons Lack Evidence, May Harm Fertility, Study Finds
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A new review indicates that many fertility treatment add-ons offered by clinics are not supported by reliable evidence and could potentially hinder conception or harm women's health.
Study Links Popular Weight Loss Drugs to Increased Hair Loss Risk
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Research involving 50,000 individuals suggests a significant association between GLP-1 receptor agonists and alopecia.
Allergy Medication Recalled Over Potential Cross-Contamination
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Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four lots of its allergy medication due to contamination with a heartburn drug, a risk that could be life-threatening for some individuals.
Hand Rejuvenation Trend Grows Amid Expert Caution
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Experts urge caution for the rising popularity of cosmetic hand treatments, citing potential risks despite growing patient demand.