Health Tip: Risk Factors for Shin Splints
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HealthFinderPosted
Wed 07 Jul 2010 10:00am
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The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says risk factors for shin splints include:
Being flatfooted.
Having unusually firm arches.
Jogging or running.
Being a dancer
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Health Tip: Risk Factors for Thyroid Disease
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Medline PlusPosted
Thu 11 Nov 2010 4:00am
womenshealth.gov mentions these risk factors for thyroid disease:
Having had thyroid surgery or radiation therapy directed at the thyroid.
Having an existing thyroid condition
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Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Tetanus?
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Medline PlusPosted
Wed 06 Oct 2010 6:00am
Call the doctor if ...
By Diana Kohnle
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
(HealthDay News) -- Tetanus infection can result from exposure to a life-threatening bacteria found in soil. It can enter the body through an open wound, blocking signals from the spinal cord that help control the m ...
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Health Tip: Risk Factors for Anorexia
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franklinbPosted
Sun 04 Oct 2009 11:11pm
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Anorexia may be caused by hormonal changes or chemical changes in the brain.
A family history of anorexia can increase a person's risk of developing the disorder.
Stressful... high standards for one's self, also are risk factors.
Exposure to a culture with an emphasis on thinness and looks is an additional risk factor.
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Tips To Reduce The Risk Of Colitis Symptoms Appearing
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Michael TaskerPosted
Fri 28 May 2010 7:55am
Here are some tips to reduce the risk of colitis symptoms from occuriing.
As with anything colitis, nothing is guaranteed, but every little helps!
The most important... or stopped completely, there is a much higher risk of the symptoms reappearing as there is nothing being used to keep them suppressed .
The second tip is a general call to ensure
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8 tips to reduce the risk of cancer
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VidyaSuryPosted
Wed 10 Dec 2008 12:00am
8 tips to reduce the risk of cancer
By Courtesy Of World Cancer Research Fund
1. Thin is in, but don’t become underweight. Maintain a healthy weight via a balanced diet and regular exercise
2. Exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. Walking is good – it can protect you from breast and bowel cancer
3. Cut sugary drinks and fast foods from your
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