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Why SA must wake up to preventative healthcare – and fast
George Herald
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August 11, 2025
Too many people only see a doctor when symptoms appear. Photo: Pexels LIFESTYLE NEWS - South Africa is in the grip of a chronic health crisis – and the numbers don’t lie. The country’s rate of chronic diseases (disease burden) far outpaces global...
Joe Wicks's health advice labelled 'dangerous' after he told fans he 'relapsed' on his sugar-free diet (that even bans fruit!)
Daily Mail
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August 11, 2025
'The Body Coach' Joe Wicks is facing criticism from personal trainers, nutritionists and dietitians after he claimed he has 'relapsed' from his sugar-free lifestyle. The 39-year-old fitness coach and TV personality has been sharing his journey on...
5 Easy Home Remedies To Release Trapped Gas Naturally
The Health Site
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August 11, 2025
Do you feel bloated and uneasy due to trapped gas, or do you experience the same from time to time? While occasional gas is normal, when it becomes painful, then it can disrupt your daily life. Fortunately, you do not necessarily have to use...
Brighten Your Skin Naturally with Turmeric: Simple Home Remedies for a Radiant Glow
The Hans India
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August 11, 2025
In a world filled with an endless array of beauty products, it is easy to overlook the powerful remedies hidden in our kitchens. Among these, turmeric stands out as a time-tested secret for healthy, glowing skin. This golden spice, a staple in...
Emergency department patients missing key vaccines; $68M Medicaid fraud scheme; man develops rare condition by following AI health advice – Morning Medical Update
Medical Economics
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August 11, 2025
Most emergency department patients missing key vaccines A national study led by UCLA Health found that 86% of emergency department (ED) patients were missing at least one recommended vaccine, and nearly half didn’t know the vaccines were advised...
singapore Healthy lifestyle changes could save Singapore $650m in healthcare costs by 2050: Study
Asiaone
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August 11, 2025
SINGAPORE — If Singaporeans made sustained and long-term changes to their lifestyles, the Republic could save up to $650 million in direct healthcare costs by 2050. This according to a recently published modelling study that looked into how...
Majority of Americans think alcohol is bad for health
Dawn
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August 17, 2025
WASHINGTON: A narrow majority of Americans now believe even moderate consumption of alcohol negatively affects health, as US drinking levels continue to decline, according to a recent survey. Pollster Gallup found the number of Americans who said...
One or two drinks a day? Gallup poll finds most Americans believe even moderate alcohol use is harmful
Malay Mail
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August 17, 2025
WASHINGTON, Aug 17 — A narrow majority of Americans now believe even moderate consumption of alcohol negatively affects health, as US drinking levels continue to decline, according to a recent survey. Pollster Gallup found the number of Americans...
Healthy Living: AI psychosis is a real thing
Powell River Peak
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August 9, 2025
"Without a reality test...grandiose, paranoid and even romantic delusions could be created..." I previously wrote an article when artificial intelligence (AI) was loitering around the edges of life. The title was: Artificial Intelligence and...
How ChatGPT's Health Advice Landed 60-Year-Old Man In Hospital
Free Press Journal
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August 10, 2025
A bizarre and dangerous medical case has emerged, highlighting the risks of relying solely on artificial intelligence for health advice. A 60-year-old man was hospitalised after substituting table salt (sodium chloride) in his diet with sodium...
COMMENTARY: Healthy living helps aging brain
News Tribune - Missouri
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August 10, 2025
A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association makes a compelling case that a healthy lifestyle does an aging brain good. That might sound obvious. Eat well, exercise, challenge yourself mentally, have an active social...
Eva Longoria, 50, sizzles in black string bikini after revealing secrets to her flawless figure
Daily Mail
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August 16, 2025
Eva Longoria showed off her sensational figure yet again when she was spotted soaking up the sun on a Spanish beach this week. The Desperate Housewives star, who now lives between Spain and Mexico, was indulging in a day in the water in her...
Dr. Oz Is Out Here Lying About 'Lazy' Medicaid Recipients Again
Wonkette - Michigan
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August 16, 2025
For a decade now, politicians and pundits from the Right to the center-Left have desperately, fiercely, like their lives depended on it (the exact opposite of most of us) tried to dissuade Americans from wanting Medicare for All. Republicans have...
Testosterone’s role in male and female sexual desire
The Malaysian Star
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August 17, 2025
Dear Dr G, My husband and I are both 56 years old and we have been married for nearly 28 years. We have two grown-up children who have recently graduated and are now working abroad. I am missing the good old days when I have to care for them. I...
This Morning star, 40, opens up about cancer scare after finding lump
Metro
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August 16, 2025
Josie Gibson has revealed her 2023 cancer scare after finding a lump (Picture: Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock) This Morning host Josie Gibson has revealed her frightening ordeal after finding a ‘large lump’ on her breast. The TV presenter, 40, who...
The Japanese movement technique is the workout that helps calm your gut and brain
The Times of India
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In Japan, they don’t consider our bodies just muscle and bones. We’re an entire ecosystem that’s interconnected. The belly (Hara) , is considered the centre for Physical and mental health. In all martial arts, zen and other traditionalJapanese...
Raja Muda of Perlis urges healthy lifestyle and smoking avoidance
The Sun Daily
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August 9, 2025
KANGAR: The Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, has urged the people of Perlis to adopt a healthy lifestyle and avoid smoking or illegal substances. His Highness emphasised that health is a priceless asset that must be...
Healthy Living: The importance of EKGs for teen athletes
Gulf Coast News - Florida
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August 7, 2025
Healthy Living: The importance of EKGs for teen athletes UPDATE ON THE TROPICS FOR GULF COAST WEATHER. >> ALL RIGHT. A FELLOW PARENT SAYS THE SCHOOL YEAR IS JUST A DAYS AWAY. NOW, IF YOUR KIDS ARE GOING TO BE PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS, YOU...
General : Health Is A Valuable Asset, Avoid Smoking, Lead A Healthy Lifestyle - Raja Muda Of Perlis
Bernama
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August 9, 2025
KANGAR, Aug 9 (Bernama) -- The Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, today called on all people in Perlis to practice a healthy lifestyle, avoid smoking and any illegal substances, and increase their health awareness....
Preventative health care is the most underrated college hack
Litchfield Park Independent - Arizona
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By Sarah Sharits | Delta Dental of Arizona Forget what you’ve heard about college “hacks.” The real secret weapon for success on campus isn’t an app or an energy drink. It’s preventive care, and almost no one is talking about it. As students...