All news on the topic: National Library of Medicine

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King Charles' health history amid cancer diagnosis - from polo injury to hernias
King Charles has been advised to "postpone public-facing duties" but will continue to carry out State business and official paperwork like usual
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Parents warned after old wives' tale about 'salty foreheads' is proven true
Lots of us know an ‘old wives' tale’ or two from our parents, usually designed to warn us against doing something silly, however, at least one of them has their origins in the truth that could help parents
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People are only just discovering the gruesome reason why chainsaws were invented
Chainsaws are a very useful, if somewhat dangerous tool, but they also have a horrific history that goes all the way back to the dawn of modern medicine - and you won't believe why what they were originally used for
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Woman's rare genetic condition makes her 'fall in love' with everyone she meets
Blue-eyed Alexandra Birch, 27, was born with Williams Syndrome which makes her extremely "friendly, affectionate, engaging, and socially disinhibited,” according to the National Library of Medicine
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Should you limit kids screen time each day - take our poll
Youngsters using tablets or smartphones has been likened to them having 'a gram of cocaine', with parents up and down the country struggling to find the right balance
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What are the early symptoms of RSV as cases of winter virus rocket in children
As temperatures start to fall, many young children are catching RSV which causes cold-like symptoms - but it also puts thousands of kids in hospital every year
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The simple drink that 'drastically' lowers your blood pressure
It's believed that as many as 14.4million people in the UK have high blood pressure, with around nine million of these people diagnosed by their GP - how can you reduce the risk?
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'Age-old remedy' to treat muscle cramps trending after Wimbledon spot
Doctors and medical experts have been sounding off on the benefits of drinking pickle juice, noting that athletes turn to the sour juice for a proper pick me up
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Young woman's skin sheds after near fatal reaction to anxiety meds
The 23-year-old from Utah, US, was left with burn-like welts over 30 per cent of her body after taking anxiety meds. She was diagnosed with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
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Best exercises for busting belly fat - including the sweet spot time for walking
Belly fat or visceral fat is not only unsightly but is also a predecessor for major and serious health outcomes. Diet is key, but so is exercise when it comes to losing this dangerous type of fat