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8 silent warning signs of high blood pressure most people never notice

It's called the silent killer, but at dangerous levels the body often sends signals you can learn to recognize.

7 signs your body may be chronically dehydrated, and most people overlook them

That afternoon headache and 3 p.m. slump may not be what you think, and the fix is simpler than most people expect.

8 warning signs of a blood clot most people mistake for a sore muscle

An aching calf after a long drive feels like a pulled muscle, but it sometimes signals something far more serious.

Cervical cancer is almost fully preventable, yet two in three women have never been screened

A simple test can spot warning signs years before cancer appears, so why do so many women never get one?

One in five babies missed their first measles shot, and cases climbed 40%

The vaccination slide hit four continents at once, and the US is now feeling it harder than in decades.

8 silent warning signs of high blood pressure most people never notice

It's called the silent killer, but at dangerous levels the body often sends signals you can learn to recognize.

7 signs your body may be chronically dehydrated, and most people overlook them

That afternoon headache and 3 p.m. slump may not be what you think, and the fix is simpler than most people expect.

8 warning signs of a blood clot most people mistake for a sore muscle

An aching calf after a long drive feels like a pulled muscle, but it sometimes signals something far more serious.

Cervical cancer is almost fully preventable, yet two in three women have never been screened

A simple test can spot warning signs years before cancer appears, so why do so many women never get one?

Walking after surgery may improve patients’ recovery

New research shows that patients who walk more after surgery often experience fewer complications and are able to leave the hospital sooner.

Why you don’t need to throw away your expired spices

Many people discard spices once the expiration date has passed, but that is not always necessary.

How gum can affect your body if you chew it every day

Based on reporting from EatingWell, chewing gum is a habit many people practice without much thought. While it can offer small benefits like fresher...

Three dead after cruise outbreak – could hantavirus spread?

Three people have died following a disease outbreak aboard a cruise ship off the coast of West Africa.

Research finds no evidence linking common drug to autism

A major Danish study finds no evidence linking common pain relief during pregnancy to autism risk.

This happens to your body if you eat blackberries every day

Blackberries are not just a sweet snack. According to experts interviewed by Parade, the small berries may have positive effects on energy levels, digestion,...