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Star Health
Understanding prediabetes
Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar level is higher than normal, but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes should not be taken lightly.
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Don’t suffer in silence
Women's health all over the world is a matter of great concern.
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Aluminum salts may increase breast cancer risk
A new report raises the possibility that the aluminum salts contained in many underarm deodorants could increase a woman's breast cancer risk.
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Exercise may have benefits in colon cancer
Vigorous physical activity following a diagnosis of colorectal cancer substantially reduces the risk of death due to cancer or other causes, two studies indicate.
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Calcium may help women keep weight in check
Getting plenty of calcium might help fight middle-aged spread, a new study shows.
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Jet lag, how to reduce it?
Jet lag affects individuals in different ways and to different degrees. Flying across three or more time zones often disrupts your normal sleep-wake cycle.
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Insect stings and bites
The two greatest risks from most insect stings and bites are allergic reaction (which may occasionally be fatal) and infection (more likely and less serious).
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Your Doctor
Send your health related queries to Your Doctor, Star Health, The Daily Star, 19, Karwan Bazar, Dhaka 1215 or e-mail your problem to starhealth@thedailystar.
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