Prevention

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  How much sun is too much?

  We all know that too much sun is bad for your skin. But how do you know how long you can stay in the sun? You can't see or feel UV light, so it's dif...

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  What are calories?

  Our bodies get most of their energy from three groups of nutrients (known as “macronutrients”): carbohydrates, proteins and fats. They are called mac...

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  What does your body mass index say about your health?

  The body mass index (BMI) is a way of categorizing a person’s body weight. It is calculated using their weight and height.

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  Children and sun – Practical information for parents

  Most parents know that it is important to be careful when going out in the sun with their children – at least in theory. But in practice, it is often...

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  How can you monitor and adjust treatment with vitamin K antagonists?

  Anticoagulants (blood-thinners) like vitamin K antagonists are used to prevent blood clots from forming. This can lower the risk of certain cardiovas...

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  Anticoagulants: How can you prevent bleeding?

  Bleeding is one of the most common side effects of anticoagulants (anti-clotting medication) – particularly bleeding in the digestive tract. How can ...

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