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World Hepatitis B day: What you should know about Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a potentially life-threatening liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV).
It can cause both acute and chronic disease and hence has become a major global health problem.
The virus was discovered...
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Shifting your relationship from ‘me’ to ‘we’
It isn't every day that Bruce Springsteen opens up about his experiences in couples therapy, in this case in the foreword of a book by renowned marriage and family therapist Terrence Real.What happens when...
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Sharks are millions of years older than dinosaurs and 5 other facts that may surprise you
Sharks have scared us a lot this summer, primarily for suspected attacks on humans. However, humans are a larger threat to sharks than sharks are to us.The 34th official Shark Week takes place from...
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6 inexpensive ways to eat healthy at home
The Monday evening dinner dilemma: You're adding up all the money you spent on food over the weekend and thinking, "I should really cook tonight." But that will require grocery shopping and cleaning. And...
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Think more quickly as you age by boosting exercise and mental activities – study says
Keeping your body and brain fit has long been a prescription for better mental health as you age. A new study has now revealed that women's mental processing speed may actually benefit more than...
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These are the signs that you’re in a toxic work environment
With labor unionization efforts underway at Amazon and Starbucks, people quitting in record numbers and continued delays in returning to the office, workers appear to be putting their foot down when it comes to...
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Why you should reach out to old friends
Thinking of reaching out to old friends but nervous it will be awkward or that they won't appreciate it? You should make those phone calls or send a text or email, according to new...
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6 facts you might not have learned in sex ed
Accurate and comprehensive sex education can be difficult to find in the United States, and people may not always be aware that they aren't receiving sufficient information.As of July, only 29 US states and...
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Exercise more than the recommended amounts for the longest life, study says
A longer life may mean scheduling in even more than the recommended amount of weekly exercise, according to a new study.Adults should get 150 to 300 minutes of moderate physical activity or 75 to...
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The Sexually Transmitted Disease; Hepatitis B
What is it ?
Hepatitis B is a serious infection of the liver caused by a virus. Symptoms may include tiredness, loss of appetite, stomach discomfort and yellow skin. The virus is found in blood,...
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How to keep animals cool in the hot weather
With the UK in the grips of a heatwave, it's not just humans who are trying to keep cool, it's also important for animals and pets to escape the excessive heat. Here are just...
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Sore throat and cough top symptoms that could be Covid
Top symptoms that could be Covid are a sore throat or a cough, according to data from 17,500 people who said they had tested positive for the virus this week.Other common ones reported were...
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Bananas donated to a Texas prison turn out to be $18 million of cocaine
The department received 45 boxes of donated bananas from Ports of America in Freeport near the Gulf of Mexico. But it turns out the donation was a greater gift than either organization could have...
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Inability to balance on one leg indicates early death
The inability to stand on one leg for 10 seconds after the age of 50 could indicate an early death is on the horizon, new research suggests.Researchers found that people who failed the simple...
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Groom angrily beats wife during wedding after she won a game
A video of the horrifying moment a groom beat his new wife at their wedding has been shared online.The wedding happened in Uzbekistan, and during the event, the new couple were on stage at...
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How to deal with news of the war
If you woke up this morning, looked at the news, and felt increasingly worried about the war in Ukraine, you are not alone. After a two-year pandemic, it's a lot to absorb, and experts...
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Misuse of ginger can be detrimental—Nutritionist
Mrs Georgina Coffie, a nutritionist with the Tulaku Health Center in the Ashaiman Municipality, has said the use of ginger could be detrimental to persons with some health conditions.Mrs Coffie said inasmuch as ginger...
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Bagbin’s official request for military protection was wrong Security Analyst
Security Analyst, Col. Festus Aboagye has criticized the use of military officers for protecting a certain category of people in the country.His comment comes on the back of conversations surrounding the withdrawal of some...
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Kontomire and 9 Ghanaian foods that will boost your immune system to fight coronavirus
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Sunday, May 10, 2020, updated the nation on the measures taken against the spread of Coronavirus in the country.Amongst the update given, the president listed about 10 different...
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5 problems with long-distance relationships
Long-distance relationships are like those people in your class that no one talks to except when they absolutely have to.As lovers know all too well, relationships/marriages are not bed of roses and every relationship...
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3 simple ways to get a fallen breast stand firm again Check these simple tricks
See let me tell you today, no matter how beautiful and “backly†endowed a lady maybe, if the breast has fallen badly trust me you can lose your guy to a fellow lady whose...
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10 foolish reasons why I married
Number 1. SEX:For many, sex is the main reason for marrying; to avoid the temptation of falling into sexual misconduct, they would hurriedly marry. Others too will marry to prevent unexpected pregnancy during their...
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7 super fun indoor games the whole family can enjoy this lockdown period
There are so many things that are going awry because of this pandemic and a lot more would follow suit.Businesses would collapse, families would be torn apart, marriages would go south, homes would be...
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Coronavirus and sex: What you need to know
If I have sex can I catch coronavirus? You might have thought about it but been too embarrassed to ask. To separate the facts from myths, we've put your questions to health experts.Dr Alex...
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Men wash their hands much less often than women and that matters more than ever
Handwashing with soap and warm water for 20 seconds -- along with staying home and standing six feet apart from others -- is the best weapon we have against the novel coronavirus that has...
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Try these egg face masks for glowing skin
Pamper yourself with these egg white face mask.Protein-packed eggs are among the superfoods for good health. It has also proven to be a necessity in most beauty treatments; a good dose of nourishment to...
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How to disinfect and clean your phone to help protect you against Coronavirus
Regular hand washing, use of hand sanitizers, practicing social distancing, avoid touching of the face (nose, mouth and eyes) are some of the foremost measures health experts have recommended against getting or spreading Coronavirus.While it...
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The 4 essentials of falling pregnant naturally
From monitoring your ovulation, to having regular antenatal check-ups and lots of sex, here are the four essentials of falling pregnant naturally!Ready for a baby? Obstetrician, Fertility Specialist and Gynecologist Dr. Raewyn Tierney reveals...
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Searching for love in the time of coronavirus
Jenny, a 29-year-old woman in Seattle, nursed a latte on her date with a man she'd met on the dating app Bumble.With coronavirus cases trending in the city, he'd invited her out that Saturday for...
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Worried about coronavirus? If your loved one is over 60, read this
The novel coronavirus can infect anyone, but it's older adults — ages 60 and up — who are more likely to get seriously sick from it.Some tips are applicable to every generation, but there are specific precautions older...
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Great tips for buying men’s shoe
If style matters to you knowing what shoes to wear is a top priority. it is known that shoes are the most important part of an outfit. Shoes can be used as a...
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One big Coronavirus challenge: How to stop touching your face
It took a coronavirus outbreak to remind us that we touch our faces way too many times. And cutting down on that will help stop the spread of the virus, health officials say.In 2015,...
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Why toilet paper, of all things, is the latest coronavirus panic buy
Masks were the first to go. Then, hand sanitizers. Now, novel coronavirus panic buyers are snatching up ... toilet paper?Retailers in the US and Canada have started limiting the number of toilet paper packs...
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How to keep your workplace clean — and yourself healthy — during the novel coronavirus outbreak
You may spend more waking hours at work than you do at home, but when was the last time you really, really cleaned your workspace?Offices provide hundreds of microscopic hiding spots for viruses and...
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Is it safe to go to the gym to work out during the novel coronavirus pandemic?
Its been drilled into you a zillion times: There are scientifically proven benefits of exercising regularly. Among other things, it can help reduce anxiety and boost your mood things we all could really use...
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‘Love Is Blind’ couple Lauren and Cameron open up about their first year of marriage
"Love Is Blind" finished airing on Netflix on February 27, and everyone's favorite couple, Lauren Speed and Cameron Hamilton, ended up getting married.
The show ended production in the fall of 2018, so the two...
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Pizza is nice but not everyday; once in a while give your boyfriend a 3S0ME- Twitter lady advises
The things we see on Twitter, social media generally each passing day has the potentials of shocking one to the marrow.One Twitter is serving us with pro bono advice on how to keep your...
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You owe no apologies for turning anyone down
No man or woman is a candle that needs to burn to give the other light in the name of relationships, marriage or love. If you are single going into a relationship leading to...
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Washing your hands can prevent coronavirus. Here’s the right way to do it.
The spread of the coronavirus , known as COVID-19, has prompted worldwide concern as public health officials attempt to control the outbreak.There is currently no vaccine for coronavirus. Washing your hands thoroughly is one of the...
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Here is how you can support your friend who has been sexually assaulted
Offering support is way to help sexually abused survivors.Sexual assault is illegal, unwanted or unwelcome form of sexual contact such as rape, touching or groping without consent.
Anyone can be a victim of sexual assault,...
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How to introduce your new guy to your old friends
Recently, Olivia Wilde brought her fiancé Jason Sudeikis to her old high school to show him around and let him meet the people who made up her experience there. And while it can be awesome to introduce your...
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Can a pill ease the painful memory of an ex?
A Montreal researcher says he has found a way to take the emotional sting out a bad breakup by "editing" memories using therapy and a beta blocker.Dr Alain Brunet has spent over 15 years...
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The 21 best and worst first date questions you could possibly ask
Some guys have a knack for first dates . They can seamlessly navigate conversations, so topics flow from one to the next without any lulls. They effortlessly balance talking about themselves while still learning about their...
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The health benefits of a random act of kindness
This year, "Random Acts of Kindness" Day falls on Monday, but the foundation behind it wants you to consider being kind every day.In fact, they want you to be a "RAKtivist," or a "Random...
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Pre-Wedding photos of Despites Son, Kennedy & Tracy ahead of wedding pops online
Kennedy Osei and Tracy Ameyaw tied the knot in a traditional colourful ceremony.Being held at Trassaco Valley, the wedding has seen many attendees flaunt their valuables including posh cars. Indeed, there is pomp and pageantry...
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Here’s why some people would ignore Valentine’s day celebration today
As most people gear up to celebrate Valentine's day, other people are not interested in celebrating the special day.
Valentine's day is supposed to be a day where you celebrate your loved ones. Well, some...
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5 things everyone needs to know about sex and dating, according to a relationships therapist
You don't need to be happily coupled up or in a rocky relationship to learn a lot from these dating and love lessons.When Harry Stopped Communicating With Sally. The Silence of The Doomed. Crazy, Silent, Divorced. If...
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7 things you should never do on Valentine’s day
Whether you're single and ready to mingle, or happily coupled-up, there's really no reason you can't take advantage of some of the holiday's perks. From stuffing your face with Hershey's Kisses to sporting the...
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#MyValentine: When God throws a woman on your table
On our wedding day, my husband was asked, "Where and how did you meet your wife?" He looked at my face with this broad grin. I told him, "You better don't say, or I'll...
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Children inherit their intelligence from their mother not their father, say scientists
A mother's genetics determines how clever her children are, according to researchers, and the father makes no difference.Women are more likely to transmit intelligence genes to their children because they are carried on the X chromosome and women...
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