How to prevent cold and flu
The winter months present plenty of opportunities for viruses to spread. Chilly weather keeps more of us indoors at the same time and brings together family members of all ages.
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Heart diseases: Risk at old age
Age is the strongest predictor of heart disease. Coronary heart disease increases with age in both men and women. The older we get, the greater our risk of disease.
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Dangers of eating raw or undercooked foods
Eating unwashed produce, such as spinach, lettuce or green onions, or undercooked beef, can increase the risk of infection with Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria.
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Talk therapy may be best for depressed people
Talk therapy may beat medication for older adults' depression, particularly when therapists work along with the patient's primary care doctor, a research review suggests.
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Breast cancer screening under 50 questioned
Screening women under 50 years old for breast cancer does not significantly reduce deaths from the disease, British researchers said.
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Pakistani boy leads to pain discovery
A young Pakistani street performer and members of three related families have enabled scientists to make a genetic breakthrough that could lead to more effective painkillers.
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Your Doctor
Dear Doctor,
I am 70 years old and my eyes are constantly tearing. What may cause this? How can I get rid of this problem? Kindly advise me.
Regards
Saiful Islam
Hajigonj, Chandpur.
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Your Doctor
Dear Doctor,
My 19-month-old son has had several episodes of wheezing and coughing over the last few days. I have consulted with a doctor.
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