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BBC News HEALTH Nature versus nurture

WebCommunity care. The argument about whether mental illness is caused by nature or nurture is one that has raged for years, with consequent splits between those who believe counselling and therapy …

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Health 50 years of the WHO

(3 days ago) WebThe World Health Organisation is preparing to elect a new Director General in its 50th year. The BBC's Health Correspondent, Richard Hannaford, reports from …

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BBC News Health It's for medicinal purposes, honest

(4 days ago) WebGary Ward, a spokesman for the Health Education Authority's alcohol programme, said the research was "interesting". But he said the HEA was unlikely to recommend that people …

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BBC NEWS Health Mystery of the forgotten plague

(5 days ago) WebThe first clue was that many of the patients had had a sore throat before they were struck down with the illness. So the two doctors started looking for evidence of …

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BBC News HEALTH Jodie and Mary: The medical facts

(4 days ago) WebJodie and Mary: The medical facts. "Jodie" and "Mary", whose parents come from the island of Gozo, part of Malta, were born at Manchester's St Mary's Hospital on 8 …

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BBC NEWS Health 'Scientists started Aids epidemic'

(4 days ago) WebTop Health stories now: Heart risk link to big families. Back pain drug 'may aid diabetics' Congo Ebola outbreak confirmed. Vegetables ward off Alzheimer's. Polio …

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BBC News Health Diabetics need 'help with illegal drugs'

(4 days ago) WebA spokesman for Department of Health said: "Health professionals need to give the best health advice they can to all their patients whatever the circumstances. This may well …

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BBC News HEALTH Concerns over China's teeth

(5 days ago) WebThe Chinese national committee for oral health has launched information campaigns to encourage people to use toothbrushes, buy toothpaste and visit dentists. …

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BBC News Health Schizophrenics fear violent label

(4 days ago) WebThe guide was drawn up by mental health experts over a one-year period. It was tested on a wide variety of users, carers and mental health workers. It offers practical advice on …

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BBC News HEALTH Withdrawl of disinfectant hit by safety fears

(5 days ago) WebBut the UK's Health and Safety Executive (HSE) raised concerns over the use of the disinfectant after the reports of health problems from staff exposed to it during …

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BBC NEWS Health Blondes 'to die out in 200 years'

(5 days ago) WebThe last natural blondes will die out within 200 years, scientists believe. A study by experts in Germany suggests people with blonde hair are an endangered …

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Health Background Briefings Euthanasia

(6 days ago) WebEuthanasia: An overview. In the wake of the Dr Moor trial, BBC Health Correspondent Richard Hannaford offers a round-up of the central issues in the …

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BBC NEWS Health Using insulin as a murder weapon

(5 days ago) WebThe first recorded case of an attempted suicide using insulin was recorded in 1927, and by 1963 there had been a total of 13 cases. Its first use as a murder weapon …

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BBC NEWS Health Lorenzo's oil: The full story

(5 days ago) WebLorenzo's oil: The full story. Augusto Odone refused to give up on his son. Lorenzo Odone is 25 years old and lives in Washington. Eighteen years ago he was …

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BBC News HEALTH 1,000 die from stair falls

(4 days ago) Web1,000 die from stair falls. More than 1,000 people die every year after falling down stairs, new figures reveal. Stairs are the place where most deaths and serious …

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BBC NEWS Health 40% of teens want plastic surgery

(5 days ago) WebPsychotherapist, Andrea Scherzer, who specialises in eating disorders and body image disturbances, said: "Teenage girls are acutely aware of and influenced by …

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BBC NEWS Health Sleep position gives personality clue

(5 days ago) WebSoldier (8%): Lying on your back with both arms pinned to your sides. People who sleep in this position are generally quiet and reserved. They don't like a fuss, but set …

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BBC NEWS Health The secrets of long life revealed

(5 days ago) WebHe maintains that our health and how long we live is influenced to a high degree by our social standing. 'Status syndrome' Sir Michael calls it "Status Syndrome", …

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BBC NEWS Health Nobel for stomach ulcer discovery

(8 days ago) WebNobel for stomach ulcer discovery. Two Australian scientists have been awarded the Nobel prize for medicine for their discovery that stomach ulcers can be …

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BBC NEWS Health Semen 'makes women happy'

(5 days ago) WebWednesday, 26 June, 2002, 18:00 GMT 19:00 UK. Semen 'makes women happy'. The scientists said people should still practise safe sex. Women exposed to their …

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BBC NEWS Health Chocolate 'better than kissing'

(5 days ago) WebExperts, concerned at growing levels of obesity throughout the developed world, warn that chocolate should only be consumed in moderation. Dr Lewis said: …

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BBC ON THIS DAY 12 1954: New York's Ellis Island closes

(7 days ago) Web1954: New York's Ellis Island closes. New York's main immigration control centre, Ellis Island, has shut down after 62 years. The site, which has admitted around 15 million …

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