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Am I having a heart attack?
Every year there are around 100,000 hospital admissions in the UK because of a heart attack – that’s one every five minutes. If you are having a heart attack the key to immediate survival and long-term health is to get treatment as soon as possible. Here we look at how to tell if you are having a heart attack, what you should do, and what will happen to you if you are.
8 tips to help reduce your cancer risk at any age
Cancer in people under 50 has been increasing since the 1990s - and has risen by 79% over the last thirty years. Changes in diet and other lifestyle factors are playing a big part in this rise. We explore the lifestyle habits thought to be most important in reducing your risk of cancer.
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From ACE inhibitors for high blood pressure, to steroids for eczema, find out what options are available, how they work and the possible side effects.
