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Diabetics who take glucagon-like peptide-1 analogues may be less likely to develop dementia later in life. THE ESSENTIAL Ozempic may...

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Depression and anxiety, warning signs of multiple sclerosis?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, causing a variety of symptoms that are...

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A child who is slow to speak: is it a sign of autism?

Autism can manifest in children as a delay or blockage in learning to speak. Among the key elements in managing...

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Let’s debunk preconceived ideas: beer and its supposed beneficial effects on recovery

"Come on, a good beer for recovery". What athlete has never said or heard this phrase? Beer, very popular in...

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Thermal cure: how is rheumatology treatment carried out?

As part of the "living better with your pain" program offered by the Saint-Eloy Thermal Center in Amnéville, a journalist...

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Unplugged and cleaned fridge: good for the economy and health!

When you go on vacation, it is essential to unplug and clean your refrigerator before you leave. This practice not...

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What are the most effective measures to combat excess weight?

Overweight now affects more than half of the European population. THE ESSENTIAL According to a new survey by Drees, excess...

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Gulf War Syndrome: The Mystery Finally Solved?

Many soldiers who participated in the Gulf War returned with a syndrome of the same name, the origins of which...

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Migraine: Are there blockages in the brain’s plumbing system to blame?

A study suggests that migraine pain is due to a lack of drainage of the brain's lymphatic system. THE ESSENTIAL...

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How many times a day should you have a bowel movement to stay healthy?

A team of researchers confirms that the frequency of our bowel movements says a lot about our overall health, and...

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Doing this to calm upset children is not without emotional consequences.

Digital devices as a cure for tantrums? Study shows they lead to children's inability to effectively regulate their emotions later...

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Buying a gun is often a corollary of poor mental health

Depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts... People who want to get a firearm have more psychiatric problems than average. THE ESSENTIAL The...

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Spinal muscular atrophy: People with the condition may also suffer from liver damage

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) can trigger fatty liver disease. Explained. THE ESSENTIAL The genetic mutation that causes spinal muscular atrophy...

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Youth mental health: why it is urgent

The mental health of French children is in danger. According to a recent study, around 20% of children suffer from...

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Iron deficiency anemia: when fatigue sets in, a signal not to be ignored

It affects about 20% of women of childbearing age and is characterized by a decrease in the number of red...

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Should You Sweat to Lose Weight? Let’s Demystify Sweating and Its Effects on Weight Loss

"So, did you sweat well?" is a common question asked after a workout. It almost makes you feel guilty about...

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A third of French people are snacking more and more and are gaining weight… A measure is needed: stop snacking!

To lose weight when you are too fat, you must first eat less. And eating less means first stopping snacking....

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Obesity: warning about the risks of complications with certain gastric balloons

The French Medicines Safety Agency (ANSM) issued a warning on the risks of serious complications with Allurion gastric balloons on...

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Learning to choose the right shoes: an investment in the health of your feet

According to a survey by the French Foot Health Union, 2 out of 3 French people suffer from foot problems,...

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Depression: Some environmental toxicants linked to symptoms

Compared to women and older people, men and younger people appeared to be more vulnerable to environmental toxicants. THE ESSENTIAL...

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Does exercise make you eat or not? That was the question…

Is it endorphins that increase appetite after physical exercise? The debate was not settled, including on the reality of this...

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Bird flu: WHO recommends increased surveillance

With four human cases of bird flu recorded in the United States in recent months, the World Health Organization is...

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Desire for children: “the food choices we make can have a profound impact”

Dietician-nutritionist Alexandra Murcier explains to us how a specific diet can help women get pregnant more easily. THE ESSENTIAL Changing...

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IST: “Summer is a time when risky behavior can increase”

A new prevention campaign against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has just been launched. THE ESSENTIAL SIS ASSOCIATION has just launched...

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Global childhood vaccination rates stagnated in 2023

Global childhood vaccination rates are failing to return to pre-Covid-19 levels, UN agencies warn. THE ESSENTIAL Compared to the pre-pandemic...

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Cocaine: cannabidiol help reduce consumption?

Neurological, cardiological, vascular, respiratory or psychiatric disorders... Cocaine consumption is dangerous for your health. THE ESSENTIAL In France, cocaine use...

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Bubonic plague was prevalent long before the Middle Ages

Researchers have found traces of plague dating back more than 4,900 years. THE ESSENTIAL The plague ravaged Europe in the...

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Why replace butter with vegetable oils?

Switching from saturated animal fats to unsaturated plant-based fats affects the composition of lipids in the blood, which in turn...

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Colon cancer: when a simple abdominal pain reveals a serious diagnosis

At just 25 years old, a young woman was faced with a shocking reality. What seemed like simple abdominal pain...

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Running or walking to get fit: which is better?