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Job stress raises blood pressure
White-collar workers should beware, say experts who have shown that chronic job stress can raise blood pressure. High job demands, tight deadlines and low support in the workplace appeared to be triggers, particularly in men.» Read more about Job stress raises blood pressure
Breast-feeding debate eclipses mom-feeding
Though the controversial "Babies Were Born to Be Breast-fed" campaign has ended, the often-venomous breast milk-versus-formula debate still rages among mothers. Unfortunately, the bickering over what ultimately is a woman’s personal decision has shifted attention away from another important infant health issue: improving prenatal care.» Read more about Breast-feeding debate eclipses mom-feeding
Despite the soap, beauty is still measured by thighs, not thought
Last month, the global skin-care giant Dove announced a partnership with the Victorian Government to hold BodyThink workshops for 5000 school students. The sessions target children aged 11 to 14 and will show how lighting and computer techniques are used to manipulate advertising images of women.» Read more about Despite the soap, beauty is still measured by thighs, not thought
Beauty is skin deep for today’s men
A rise in the number of men taking daily care of their skin has led to a dramatic increase in sales for male skin-care products.» Read more about Beauty is skin deep for today’s men
Not so sweet: M&M factory closed for mice, fly infestation
The M&M Mars candy factory on the city’s Northwest Side was closed Thursday by the health department after the sweet treats drew uninvited guests, including fruit flies and mice.» Read more about Not so sweet: M&M factory closed for mice, fly infestation
Magnetic Therapy May Help Stroke Recovery
Using powerful magnetic fields to slow activity on the undamaged side of the brain after a stroke may improve patients’ motor function, a small study has found.» Read more about Magnetic Therapy May Help Stroke Recovery
Cervical cancer vaccine backed
An influential committee of health experts recommended to state and federal health officials yesterday that girls ages 11 and 12 routinely receive a new vaccine that protects against cervical cancer.» Read more about Cervical cancer vaccine backed
One in four people suffers from bad breath
Bad breath is a widespread healthcare problem, affecting up to a quarter of adults. It means that one in four persons suffers from this problem, which can negatively impact the individual’s personal and business relationships, leading to poor self-esteem and increased stress.» Read more about One in four people suffers from bad breath
Personal-Care Products Can Spur Breast Development in Boys
Personal-care products containing tea tree oils and lavender appear to cause abnormal breast development in pre-pubescent boys, a new study found.» Read more about Personal-Care Products Can Spur Breast Development in Boys
Blood pressure treatment advice
A major shake-up in the way doctors are being advised to treat high blood pressure was announced by the drugs watchdog yesterday. Instead people suffering from high blood pressure and all those over 55 will be given a type of medication known as a calcium channel blocker, or a diuretic drug.» Read more about Blood pressure treatment advice
