3 d. ago How many steps do you take each day? It could reduce your risk of cancer

A growing body of research shows that getting more steps into your routine could be one of the simplest ways to lower your risk of cancer

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4 d. ago You can reduce your risk for another heart attack with one simple step

Having a heart attack significantly increases the chances of having another one

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4 d. ago Popular type of drink to cut back on now to reduce risk of developing dementia

Dementia is a broad term for a range of conditions that cause memory loss and other symptoms. But there is one drink that you should cut back on to reduce your risk of developing the condition

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6 d. ago Glossy black cockatoos could be pushed towards extinction in Victoria if burns go ahead, experts warn

Fire in black sheoak forest of East Gippsland would destroy the birds’ food supply, conservationist says Glossy black cockatoos could be pushed towards extinction in Victoria if planned burns of 13,000 hectares of forest go ahead, ecologists and conservationists warn.The Victorian government is being urged to abandon the burn, which is intended to reduce bushfire risk.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Walking 9,000 steps a day can lower the risk of 13 cancers, study finds

Any physical activity is good for you. But walking is an easy way to help reduce risk

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8 d. ago Exact number of daily steps that could 'slash risk of 13 cancers'

Light exercise, such as the number of steps you take daily, could help to reduce cancer risk

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8 d. ago The number of steps you take each day could reduce your risk of cancer

A growing body of research shows that getting more steps into your routine could be one of the simplest ways to lower your risk of cancer

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1 week ago The toxic debate about obesity rages on. But at least we know if Mounjaro or Wegovy is better for weight loss | Zoe Williams

I was recently asked to explain the media’s attitude to weight loss drugs. And the more I tried, the more sheepish I became‘Why you might be given the ‘second-best’ weight-loss drug”, ran the i’s coverage of the most recent research findings: Mounjaro is officially more effective than Wegovy. And there are plenty of perfectly sensible reasons. Wegovy, which produces an average weight loss of 14%, might suit you fine. It’s the only drug approved for reducing the risk of a major cardiovascular event because it’s been on the market for longer. Mounjaro, reducing weight by 20%, might end up on top in the long run. The media often takes a scandalised tone about pharmacological innovation: whether it’s the NHS trying to palm you off with second best, or big pharma selling snake oil, someone is always out to get you. “This seems OK; let’s see how it goes” is a peculiarly difficult editorial line to take.I was part of a panel discussion last week at “Ozempic Nation”, part of the British Lib...

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1 week ago Wegovy slashes heart disease risk ‘even before people shed weight’

Within six months, the drug reduced the risk of cardiovascular death by 50% and cut the risk of needing urgent treatment due to heart failure.

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1 week ago Pioneering mapping data shows 80% of England’s peatlands are dry and degraded

As vital carbon sinks, healthy peatlands can help tackle climate change, reduce flood risk, improve water quality and support rare wildlife.

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1 week ago Donald Trump sparks fears of new pandemic as chilling detail in executive order emerges

Donald Trump celebrated as he shared details of a new bill he claims will reduce the risk of a new pandemic, but critics say it does not cover the necessary ground to prevent the risk

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1 week ago Three ways to reduce risk of dementia including one to help you sleep better

Dementia is a life-changing condition - but there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing it, including changes to your lifestyle and improving your general health

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2 w. ago The two lifestyle choices that can ‘increase risk of breast cancer’

Having a healthy diet, exercise and maintaining a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of breast cancer

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2 w. ago Mediterranean diet plan could help you live longer and reduce risk of cancer

The Mediterranean diet has long been lauded for its health benefits, which include helping to prevent serious conditions such as cancer

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2 w. ago Food lovers told daily helping of one product 'slashes heart attack risk'

A new study has shown that eating a moderate amount of cheese can actually be good for your heart and help to reduce your risk of stroke - but there are a few important things to note

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2 w. ago Eating this popular food just once a week could slash your risk of developing dementia

Dementia can be a distressing and debilitating condition, but a new study has suggested that increasing your intake of one particular food could help lower your risk.

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2 w. ago Why people develop a hunchback and how you can stop it happening to you

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2 w. ago How shocking flaws in the way we treat dementia and other serious illnesses are being covered up by highly respected medical journals

Every day, research published in highly respected medical journals informs life-changing health decisions - from which vaccines to give our children, to ways to reduce our dementia risk.

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2 w. ago Top cancer expert reveals only supplement that could help reduce bowel cancer risk

The expert's comments come amid a mysterious rise in bowel cancer cases among young adults, with diagnoses having shot up 80 per cent in 30 years, with scientists yet to determine the cause.

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2 w. ago Eating a handful of walnuts every day 'reduces risk of bowel cancer'

Scientists say the edible seeds of walnut trees can also also limit inflammation

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