The causes (and dangers) of chronic inflammation
Inflammation is a normal response to infection or injury in the body, and is in fact a sign of the body working hard to heal itself.
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It's time to quit your chewing tobacco habit
Chewing tobacco and snuff don’t carry all of the same risks as cigarettes, but they still significantly increase the risk of several types of cancer.
Good dental hygiene is important for more than just your teeth
Brushing your teeth twice a day keeps plaque and bacteria in check, which can help prevent dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and oral infections.
A tan to die for
Excessive exposure to the UV rays in sunlight is a known melanoma risk, but that risk increases significantly inside a tanning bed.
The high cost chemical straighteners pose to your health
Filled with carcinogenic chemicals like formaldehyde, chemical hair straighteners can more than double your risk of some cancers. Even if you avoid the products, you may want to take further precautions.
A vaccine against cancer
HPV infection is far and away the leading cause of cervical cancer, and can cause several other cancers. Vaccination can virtually eliminate this risk.
How to reduce your processed meat intake
Eating processed meats like sausage, bacon, hot dogs, and deli meats raise your cancer risk, and the more you eat, the higher that risk goes. These tips can help you cut back or eliminate this health danger from your diet.
Is red meat safe?
Studies linking red meat consumption to various health issues may be individually imperfect, but the preponderance of evidence suggests red meat consumption comes with some health risks.
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