Blue-blooded crabs at heart of pharma dispute on drug testing

If you've received a vaccination, hip replacement or chemotherapy without suffering toxic shock, chances are you've benefited from a vast bloodletting of horseshoe crabs.

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How can universities get men to talk about mental health?

Birkbeck's campaign has seen a growing number of men access counselling. Could it be a blueprint for others?

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CBD oil: Have the benefits been overstated?

It's suddenly in everything from coffee to lip balm but does it work?

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4 ways to learn to love running (even if you hate it RN)

According to a man who has run  40 marathons

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Kidney condition detected in minutes by app

Staff who have used the technology for acute kidney injury describe it as a "potential lifesaver".

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What causes pain in the lower left back?

Pain in the lower left back often originates from muscle strains or kidney problems, but there are many other possible causes. We describe these causes and their treatments.

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Medical News Today: Hepatitis D: Everything you need to know

Only people who already have hepatitis B can get hepatitis D. Learn more about the causes and symptoms of hepatitis D, as well as the possible complications.

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Medical News Today: The top foods high in zinc

Zinc plays a vital role in many functions in the body, including growth. Learn about which foods contain the most zinc here. We also cover vegetarian and vegan options.

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Medical News Today: What causes pain in the lower left back?

Pain in the lower left back often originates from muscle strains or kidney problems, but there are many other possible causes. We describe these causes and their treatments.

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Medical News Today: What to do about an itchy neck

Many things can cause an itchy neck, including skin irritants and allergies. Remedies such as ointments and creams may help. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: Is diet soda bad for you? Know the health risks

Many people drink diet soda as a low or zero calorie alternative to regular soda. While it may seem like the better choice, diet soda still has health risks. Learn about them here.

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Medical News Today: How to diagnose and treat bruised ribs

Bruising is not always a symptom of a broken or fractured rib bone. In this article, we provide pictures and advice about how to diagnose and treat bruised ribs.

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Medical News Today: Binge drinking affects 1 in 10 older adults in the US

New research finds that binge drinking affects 10.6% of U.S. older adults. Men and cannabis users are among those most likely to engage in binge drinking.

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Medical News Today: Letter from the Editor: Here comes the sun

At MNT, the team has been recovering from a recent heatwave. But as Managing Editor Honor Whiteman reveals, the temperature isn't the only thing on the up.

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Medical News Today: FDA warn company about illegally marketing CBD products

FDA have issued a letter to Curaleaf, warning the company about misleading the public with 'unsubstantiated claims' concerning the benefits of CBD.

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Medical News Today: Stopping statins may increase cardiovascular risk

New research warns that stopping statin use later in life could significantly increase a person's risk of heart problems and vascular events.

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Medical News Today: Telling a 'white lie' may affect one's ability to recognize emotions

New research finds that dishonest acts impair 'interpersonal cognition,' or the empathic ability to accurately tell what another person is feeling.

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Medical News Today: What to know about nitrous oxide

Effects of nitrous oxide include a feeling of euphoria that quickly fades. There may be some shorter and longer term side effects. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: What to know about sperm production

The average time it takes for the body to make new sperm cells is 74 days. However, the male body is constantly producing sperm, so there will usually be some in the semen. Learn more about the sperm production cycle here.

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Medical News Today: How much cholesterol should you have per day?

Dietary cholesterol is the cholesterol a person gets from the foods they eat. These include most animal products. Learn about the new recommendations about how much cholesterol and fat to consume here.

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Medical News Today: 11 ways to increase bone density naturally

Bone density decreases with time, and some people have a risk of developing weak or brittle bones. Learn how to increase or maintain bone density here.

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Home births at risk as midwife service collapses

One to One had contracts to provide care in the north-west of England and Essex.

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‘I followed my heart and it ruined my 3-year relationship’

'... and I don't regret it.'

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Everything you need to know about urinalysis

Urinalysis, or a urine test, can help a doctor diagnose certain health issues, check for pregnancy, or screen for drug use. In this article, learn more about the uses and results.

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Doing these 4 things will help curb your winter cravings

It's just the advice we need right now. 

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Why might I bleed after being fingered?

For many people, bleeding is common after forms of sexual contact such as being fingered. It may occur due to a minor injury, a period, or vaginal dryness. In other cases, however, the cause may require medical attention. Learn more here.

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What to know about a loose vagina

The elasticity of the vagina may change because of childbirth or aging. These changes are common and do not pose a risk to health. Here, learn about vaginal looseness, exercises, and more.

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Is it possible to get pregnant from anal sex?

It is very rare to get pregnant from anal sex, but there is a small chance. We explore anal sex and pregnancy and bust some myths about preventing pregnancy.

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Medical News Today: 10 healthful turmeric recipes for arthritis

Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory spice. Research suggests turmeric and other anti-inflammatory foods can help relieve arthritis symptoms. This article looks at 10 ways to use turmeric in tasty, healthful recipes.

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Medical News Today: Everything you need to know about urinalysis

Urinalysis, or a urine test, can help a doctor diagnose certain health issues, check for pregnancy, or screen for drug use. In this article, learn more about the uses and results.

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Medical News Today: Why might I bleed after being fingered?

For many people, bleeding is common after forms of sexual contact such as being fingered. It may occur due to a minor injury, a period, or vaginal dryness. In other cases, however, the cause may require medical attention. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: Causes of mucus in a baby's poop

It is common for some mucus to appear in a baby's stool. However, if mucus appears frequently, it may signal an underlying condition, such as an allergy. Learn more about the causes and what to do here.

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Medical News Today: How do you get rid of corns?

Ways to get rid of corns include removing sources of friction and filing down the corn. Medical treatments can also help. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: What to do about itchy pubic hair

Itchy pubic hair can occur due to a sexually transmitted infection, irritation from shaving, or certain skin conditions. Treatment depends on the cause. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: Resistance training for healthy aging: The whys and hows

A new evidence-based position statement explains the benefits of resistance training for older adults and what to bear in mind when devising programs.

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Medical News Today: How 'tickling' the ear could prevent age related disease

A type of noninvasive electric stimulation that 'tickles' the ear could help improve many different aspects of health in later life, new research finds.

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Medical News Today: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: New drug proves 'safe' and effective

A double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial finds the right dosage at which a drug 'safely' treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

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Medical News Today: Why is sex pleasurable?

There are many biological reasons that sex is pleasurable for males and females. In this article, we examine how sex affects both the body and the brain.

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Medical News Today: False missile alert may have 'benefited' people with anxiety

A surprising new study finds that the false alarm of a missile strike issued a year ago in Hawaii benefited people with high day-to-day anxiety.

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Medical News Today: Can scientists find the formula for 'better aging?'

New research studies aging cells to find out how they change, and how this leads to further health decline. Its findings may help promote 'better aging.'

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Medical News Today: Are laxatives safe for weight loss?

Doctors do not recommend laxatives for weight loss as they are ineffective and can cause adverse effects. These include dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Learn more about the safety and risks here.

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Medical News Today: What to know about a loose vagina

The elasticity of the vagina may change because of childbirth or aging. These changes are common and do not pose a risk to health. Here, learn about vaginal looseness, exercises, and more.

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Medical News Today: Is marijuana a depressant? What to know

Marijuana can act as a depressant, stimulant, and hallucinogen. Learn more about the effects of each type of drug here. We also cover the risks and side effects.

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Medical News Today: Is it possible to get pregnant from anal sex?

It is very rare to get pregnant from anal sex, but there is a small chance. We explore anal sex and pregnancy and bust some myths about preventing pregnancy.

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What is ultra-filtered milk and should we all be drinking it?

Say hello to the buzzy new milk on the block.

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Gilead, Novartis cancer therapies losing patients to experimental treatments

Unusually high numbers of U.S. lymphoma patients are choosing experimental treatments over expensive cell therapies sold by Gilead Sciences Inc and Novartis AG , new data shows, helping explain why sales of the two products have not met rosy expectations.

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Twinlakes water park visitors' illness outbreak probed

Dozens of children and some adults started "projectile vomiting" after visiting Twinlakes.

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Expensive Gilead, Novartis cancer therapies losing patients to experimental treatments

Unusually high numbers of U.S. lymphoma patients are choosing experimental treatments over expensive cell therapies sold by Gilead Sciences Inc and Novartis AG, new data shows, helping explain why sales of the two products have not met rosy expectations.

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South Africa resumes beef exports to China after foot and mouth outbreak

South Africa has resumed beef exports to China after an outbreak of the highly contagious foot and mouth disease (FMD) in January halted trade, officials said on Tuesday.

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Is routine genetic profiling coming closer?

Genome sequencing projects around the world are revealing promising new health insights.

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Ear 'tickling' therapy could 'help thwart ageing'

A small electric current stimulates the vagus nerve and helps rebalance the body, scientists say.

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Diabetic women more likely to have stillborn baby, study finds

A study finds high blood sugar levels and BMI in pregnant diabetics are "key risk factors" for stillbirths.

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'My kids would wake up 40 times a night'

A new scheme has helped boost children's sleep by more than two hours a night, the NHS says.

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The clinic helping children get more sleep

A "pioneering" scheme in Sheffield has helped boost children's sleep by 2.4 hours a night, NHS England says.

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The clinic helping children get more sleep

A "pioneering" scheme in Sheffield has helped boost children's sleep by 2.4 hours a night, NHS England says.

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Can home remedies help with a kidney infection?

Kidney infections will usually require treatment with antibiotics. Home remedies on their own cannot treat a kidney infection, but some may help relieve symptoms alongside antibiotics. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: Can you safely pop a blister?

The body produces blisters to protect damaged skin and help it heal. People should generally avoid popping them unless they are large or very painful. Learn when to pop a blister and how to do it safely here.

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Medical News Today: Can home remedies help with a kidney infection?

Kidney infections will usually require treatment with antibiotics. Home remedies on their own cannot treat a kidney infection, but some may help relieve symptoms alongside antibiotics. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: Causes and remedies for itchiness after shaving

Itchiness after shaving can occur in any area that a person shaves. Shaving incorrectly, using products that contain harsh chemicals, or shaving a sensitive area are potential causes. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: ADHD supplements: Are they effective?

Research suggests that certain supplements, including melatonin, zinc, and vitamin D, may help treat some of the symptoms of ADHD. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: What to know about red light therapy

Among other things, red light therapy can improve acne, speed up wound healing, and reduce inflammation. There is a very low risk of side effects. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: Exercises and tips for better posture

Many exercises can help improve posture, including bridges, planks, and other yoga poses. In this article, we look at healthy posture when standing, sitting, and lying down. We also explore exercises and tips for maintaining good posture.

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Medical News Today: Men's sexual function may benefit from daily nut consumption

A 14-week trial found that healthy men who added 60 g of nuts a day to their Western style diet reported improved sexual desire and orgasm quality.

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Medical News Today: New device may diagnose sepsis in less than a drop of blood

Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge have designed a device that may detect sepsis biomarkers in less than a drop of blood.

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Medical News Today: Fat cells may explain why melanoma becomes 'aggressive and violent'

Scientists find that fat cells transfer gene-altering proteins to melanoma cells, making them more aggressive. They also show a way to block this process.

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Medical News Today: Not just for pain: Skin nerves can also help fight infection

New research in mice has found that skin nerves can also stop infections from spreading, and that they do so much faster than immune cells.

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Low-carb, paleo, keto: a dietitian weighs in on which one’s the healthiest

Because they're all the rage right now. 

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Sam Wood reveals when you should probably quit intermittent fasting

Even experiencing 1 of these 4 signs should send off alarm bells. 

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Drew Barrymore Wears This Sunscreen Every Single Day—and Derms Swear By It Too

Riskiest time for surgery patients is not in the operating room

(Reuters Health) - The deadliest time for many surgery patients isn't when they're on the operating table, it's while they're recovering in the hospital and after they go home, a new study suggests.

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U.S. doctors giving fewer kids cough and cold medicines

(Reuters Health) - American doctors are recommending cough and cold medicines less often amid a growing recognition that these treatments may be ineffective and lead to serious and potentially fatal side effects, particularly for young kids, a U.S. study suggests.

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Are You Eating Too Much Sugar?

Emily Skye Shares Photos of Her Bloated Belly: 'It's Normal for Your Body to Fluctuate'

Most traumatic brain injuries in U.S. kids linked to consumer products

(Reuters Health) - The majority of the more than four million traumatic brain injuries in kids treated in U.S. emergency rooms involved consumer products, a new study suggests.

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U.S. judge blocks Medicaid work requirements in New Hampshire

A federal judge on Monday overturned the Trump administration's approval of a plan by the state of New Hampshire to impose work requirements on people seeking to obtain benefits from the Medicaid health insurance program.

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Katie Dunlop Was 'Really Upset' By This Photo of Herself—But She Posted It Anyway

New York state decriminalizes pot, stops short of Cuomo's legalization call

New York state on Monday decriminalized recreational marijuana use, meaning possession of small amounts of the drug will be punished with fines rather than jail time, a step short of Governor Andrew Cuomo's goal of legalizing pot.

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New York state decriminalizes marijuana, short of Cuomo's legalization goal

New York state on Monday decriminalized recreational marijuana use, meaning possession of small amounts of the drug will be punished with fines rather than jail time, a step short of Governor Andrew Cuomo's goal of legalizing pot.

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U.S. records 16 new measles cases as outbreak shows signs of slowing

The United States recorded 16 new measles cases between July 18 and July 25, federal health officials said on Monday, as the spread of the disease, which has infected 1,164 people this year in the worst U.S. outbreak since 1992, shows signs of slowing.

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Drug-resistant superbug spreading in Europe's hospitals

Scientists are "extremely concerned" by a bacterium resistant to antibiotics of last resort.

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U.S. recorded 16 new cases of measles last week

The United States recorded 16 new measles cases last week, taking the total cases for the year to 1,164 in the worst outbreak since 1992, federal health officials said on Monday.

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Just one dose of the HPV vaccine may be enough to lower cancer rates

A single dose of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine seems to be almost as good as two or three injections for preventing cervical pre-cancerous lesions

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Just one dose of the HPV vaccine may be enough to lower cancer rates

A single dose of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine seems to be almost as good as two or three injections for preventing cervical pre-cancerous lesions

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Novartis heart drug fails trial, curbing growth prospects

Novartis's heart failure drug Entresto failed a trial in a new use, the Swiss drugmaker said on Monday, calling into question billions of dollars in potential revenue and taking the shine off one of the company's biggest growth prospects.

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