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Why drugs alone won’t stop the spread of parasitic worms in Africa
Deworming has become a common practise across the world. It has proved very successful reducing the burden of parasitic worms […]
Electronic device implanted in the brain could stop seizures
Researchers have successfully demonstrated how an electronic device implanted directly into the brain can detect, stop and even prevent epileptic […]
Breast cancer breakthrough: Some tumors can stop their own spread
Certain types of breast tumors can send signals that freeze the growth of their own secondary cancers, according to a […]
Why You Should Watch Your Weight After You Stop Smoking
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 15, 2018 — There’s good news and bad news for smokers who worry about packing on extra pounds […]
Doctors may be able to enlist a mysterious enzyme to stop internal bleeding
Blood platelets are like the sand bags of the body. Got a cut? Platelets pile in to clog the hole […]
Have I tried yoga? Yes, actually, now please stop asking
“Have you tried yoga?” is an unsolicited but common piece of advice you get if you’re going through an illness […]
A Fish Pedicure Caused a Woman's Toenails to Stop Growing and Fall Off, According to Her Doctor
If you’ve ever thought about getting one of those exotic-sounding fish pedicures—a trendy spa practice in which tiny fish nibble […]
A Green Tea Material May Stop Teeth Sensitivity And Cavities
While a hot tea might hurt your sensitive teeth, this same drink could be the key to helping protect your smile. […]
16 Women Share The One Thing That Finally Helped Them Stop Emotional Eating
Emotional eating is often seen as a shameful act we have to hide (sometimes literally) and punish ourselves for later […]