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Is it important to avoid eating foods high in cholesterol?

No. Foods high in cholesterol are no longer considered a health risk for anyone.
Yes. Everyone should actively avoid foods high in cholesterol as they pose a significant health risk.
Maybe. Some people may need to avoid foods high in cholesterol as they may pose a greater than usual health risk for them.

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Does vinegar really kill household germs?

02/02/2012
So you've swapped your commercial cleaners for a bottle of vinegar, but will it really rid your house of germs?

Tags: infectious-diseases-other, environmental-health, food-safety, safety

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If you're new to exercise, do you need to see a doctor before you start?

19/01/2012
We all know exercise is good for us. But what if you've been inactive for a while? Should you have a health check before you start a new regime?

Tags: infectious-diseases-other, environmental-health, ross-river-fever

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Are some people more attractive to mosquitoes?

30/11/2011
Are you a mosquito magnet? Are you just unlucky, or do mozzies really prefer some folk over others?

Tags: infectious-diseases-other, environmental-health, ross-river-fever

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Is crying important when you're grieving?

23/11/2011
We all deal with grief in different ways, but should you be concerned if you don't cry when you lose someone you love?

Tags: grief, depression, mental-health

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Is soy milk better for you than cows' milk?

10/11/2011
Have you switched to soy milk from cows' milk thinking it's better for your health? Is that really the case?

Tags: alternative-medicine, diet-and-nutrition, mens-health, womens-health

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Will an occasional cigarette damage your health?

25/10/2011
Many smokers only light up occasionally or when out for a drink with friends, but are they still risking their health?

Tags: cancer, nicotine, smoking

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Should you wash fruit and vegetables before eating them?

13/10/2011
Do you always wash your fruit and vegetables before you eat them? Does it really matter?

Tags: food-poisoning, infectious-diseases-other, environmental-health, safety

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Is chest pain a good indicator of a heart attack?

13/09/2011
Interpreting signs of a heart attack can be tricky. Is chest pain a reliable sign?

Tags: heart-disease, reflux-heartburn, medical-history, diseases-and-disorders

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Can sharing a bed with your pet make you sick?

01/09/2011
Many of us share our beds with a four-legged friend, but could the habit be making us sick?

Tags: infectious-diseases-other, environmental-health, diseases-and-disorders

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Do you need to eat a lot of protein to build muscle?

18/08/2011
Strong muscles are vital for good health, especially as we age, but do you need to eat a lot of protein to get results?

Tags: exercise-and-fitness, diet-and-nutrition, mens-health, womens-health

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