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Helping people at risk of suicide

26/08/2010

When somebody close to you is struggling with suicidal thoughts it can be hard to know how to respond, but experts say family and friends have a crucial role to play.

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Kids need a good night's sleep

12/08/2010
Sleep problems in kids don't just drive parents batty, they also affect children's health and development. What can be done?

Tags: child-health-and-behaviour, sleep-disorders, sleep

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Depression after a heart attack

29/07/2010
A heart attack can trigger a health problem of a different kind - depression. But there are ways to reduce the risk of this, as well as the impact.

Tags: depression, heart-disease, mental-health

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Not so sweet: chemicals in fragrances

15/07/2010
Many of us wear perfumes, colognes, and body sprays; but the fragrances used in these products may not be all that sweet.

Tags: environmental-health, womens-health

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Driving and dementia

01/07/2010
Having dementia doesn't automatically make you unfit to drive. But how can you tell when driving is safe or when there's a need to steer clear of the road?

Tags: alzheimers-and-dementia, older-people

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Baldness cures, a let down

17/06/2010
Men losing their hair have several treatment options. But how effective are they?

Tags: mens-health, pharmaceuticals, hair

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Massage and cancer

03/06/2010
Many of us think of massage as a treat. But, for people with a serious illness like cancer, it can be a powerful tool to help them cope with their treatment.

Tags: massage, cancer

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Three steps to a thinner child

20/05/2010
Parents can help their children to lose weight by introducing three simple family routines, researchers say.

Tags: child-health-and-behaviour, diet-and-nutrition, obesity

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The perils of household plastics

06/05/2010
Many of the household plastic items we use contain toxic chemicals. But do you need to throw out all your plastic containers or reusable water bottles?

Tags: child-health-and-behaviour, environmental-health, food-safety

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High heels and your health

22/04/2010
Many women love high-heeled shoes. But regularly wearing these fashion staples puts you at risk of some long-term health problems, researchers say.

Tags: pain, womens-health, bones-and-muscles

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Pass on the salt

08/04/2010
We all know that we should eat less salt. But what is the best way to go about it?

Tags: diet-and-nutrition, heart-disease, stroke

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