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Self-help 'makes you feel worse'
Bridget Jones is not alone in turning to self-help mantras to boost her spirits, but a study warns they may have the opposite effect.
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:06:55 GMT
WHO warns swine flu 'unstoppable'
The UN's top health official tells a swine flu forum in Mexico that the spread of the virus worldwide is now unstoppable.
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:00:11 GMT
Solo life ups gene dementia risk
People who have a gene flaw and live alone in middle-age are at highest risk of developing dementia, a study suggests.
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:25:24 GMT
Flu risk for indigenous peoples
Indigenous peoples, such as Aborigines and Native Americans, have a higher risk from swine flu, experts warn.
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:03:27 GMT
Four pints 'increase health risk'
Men who drink four pints of beer a week could be increasing their lifetime risk of needing hospital treatment, a study says.
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:01:55 GMT
Warning over fake Tamiflu sales
People should not buy anti-flu drug Tamiflu over the internet without a prescription, experts warn.
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:25:56 GMT
Gene clues to schizophrenia risk
Scientists identify thousands of tiny genetic variations which raise the risk of schizophrenia.
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:04:47 GMT
India media hails gay sex ruling
The Indian media hails a ruling by a court ruling decriminalising homosexuality in the country
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:59:52 GMT
US obesity problem 'intensifies'
Obesity rates in the US have surged over the last year with numbers rising in 23 out of 50 states, a report shows.
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:13:18 GMT
Don't miss these 7 summer foods

Buying fruits and vegetables at their peak from your local farmer’s market or grocery store is good for both your health and your wallet. Here are 7 summer foods you shouldn't miss.


Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:49:59 GMT
Up to 6,000 exposed to hepatitis at hospital
A former surgery technician may have exposed thousands of Colorado patients to hepatitis C when she swapped her own dirty syringes for ones filled with a powerful narcotic, officials said.
Fri, 3 Jul 2009 19:32:21 GMT
Powerful sedative found in Jackson’s home

July 3: The powerful sedative Diprivan was reportedly found in Michael Jackson's home. NBC's Robert Bazell reports.  (MSNBC)A law enforcement official says the powerful sedative Diprivan was found in Michael Jackson's home. Diprivan is an intravenous anesthetic drug widely used in operating rooms to induce unconsciousness. Also known as Propofol, it's very unusual to have in a private home


Fri, 3 Jul 2009 23:38:55 GMT
Fact file: What is Diprivan?
Diprivan, a powerful sedative reportedly found at Michael Jackson's home, is generally used as an anesthesia during surgeries. Find out more about the medication.
Fri, 3 Jul 2009 18:08:32 GMT
Sip 'n starve: Dangerous diets in disguise

Some women in Los Angeles are forswearing dieting and embracing a new euphemism for it: cleansing. In reality, however, lemon juice is not a meal, and taken to extremes, cleansing is anything but healthy.In L.A., the latest “healthy” method for staying slim can border on the downright dangerous — and it’s probably already changing the way we all think about diets.


Thu, 2 Jul 2009 13:27:29 GMT
Oops! Why we say what we’re trying to hide

The very act of trying to avoid saying or doing something can sometimes cause it to happen. Scientists have figured out one surprising reason why we make social gaffes we desperately wish to avoid: The very act of trying to avoid saying or doing something can cause it to happen.


Thu, 2 Jul 2009 20:49:33 GMT


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