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10 science-backed ways to lower your stress this instant (really!)

Stressed? We feel you. Here, science comes to the rescue with actual proven ways to decrease your stress level – right now.
13 signs you’re dealing with a psychopath
Culture, Mental Health

13 signs you’re dealing with a psychopath

The word psychopath might evoke the image of a serial killer or fictionalised villain, but knowing these psychopathic signs can help you notice if you’re dealing with one on a daily basis.
8 sneaky female heart attack symptoms women might be ignoring
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8 sneaky female heart attack symptoms women might be ignoring

Heart disease is a top killer of women, but heart attack symptoms are different than in men. Here are the top signs to look for.
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Cancer, HealthSmart

15 things you think may cause cancer but don’t

Seems like every day we hear about something else that will kill us. Today, you get to read about the things you thought might give your cancer but do not.
13 signs you could have post-traumatic stress disorder
Mental Health

13 signs you could have post-traumatic stress disorder

If you’ve ever been through something dangerous, shocking, extremely unsafe or life-threatening, look out for these subtle changes in your everyday life that could be signs of post-traumatic [...]
How to keep a gratitude journal, with 16 prompts to help you get started
Mental Health, Thought-provoking,Inspirational

How to keep a gratitude journal, with 16 prompts to help you get started

According to experts, keeping a gratitude journal can have numerous health benefits. Here's what they want you to know about why and how to do it, including gratitude journal prompts.
8 bipolar symptoms you might be ignoring
HealthSmart, Mental Health

8 bipolar symptoms you might be ignoring

It can be tough to figure out if you're just moody, or if your emotional highs and lows are the result of a more serious mental illness. Here's how to tell if you might have bipolar disorder.
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ABCDE to A Healthy Heart

Atherosclerosis is a major issue linked to heart disease. It can lead to serious health problems, including heart attack, stroke or even death. And as always, prevention is better than cure.
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Conditions

11 diseases doctors are most likely to miss

Some diseases are easy to spot, but others take longer to diagnose. Here's how to get a quicker diagnosis when you have an easy-to-miss condition.
Mental Health

14 everyday habits can seriously increase your dementia risk

Scientists have identified things that can be changed or modified to reduce the risk of cognitive decline or dementia.
10 clear signs you’re having a panic attack
Mental Health

10 clear signs you’re having a panic attack

Many people use the term "panic attack" loosely, declaring they've had a panic attack when they're really just experiencing minor stress. But a panic attack is much more acute – it's a sudden [...]
12 ways to avoid holiday depression
Culture, Mental Health

12 ways to avoid holiday depression

Here are the best expert tips for managing holiday depression that will help you navigate the season this year.
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Conditions

11 symptoms of shingles you might be ignoring

Symptoms of shingles – a reactivation of the chicken pox virus – include a painful rash... but not always. Here are other signs.
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HealthSmart, Heart/Blood Pressure

14 ways to lower triglycerides naturally

Are your triglyceride levels elevated? Here are 14 ways you can bring that number down and get your heart health back on track.
What is catastrophising?
Mental Health

What is catastrophising?

Does one bad date make you fear you'll be alone forever? You may be catastrophising – a type of cognitive distortion that makes worst-case scenarios seem likelier than they are.
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