Oximeters and Covid-19: beware of devices poorly suited to dark skin
© Shutterstock / Prostock-studioRecently, the government decided to reimburse 100% of the rental of pulse oximeters, on medical prescription, in ...
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Button batteries, water beads, slime: beware of the risks for children
© Shutterstock© Shutterstock© Getty Images© Getty Images© Getty ImagesSerious and even fatal domestic accidents related to the ingestion of small ...
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Sesame oil, garlic, hot water… Beware of false information about the coronavirus
© Getty ImagesThe Covid-19 coronavirus continues to spread around the world... and, in its wake, a lot of fake news ...
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Beware of the gluten-free diet!
© ThinkstockRestricting the consumption of whole grains as part of a low-gluten diet may increase the risk of heart disease ...
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Self-diagnosis: beware of search engines
We already knew that Google is often used as a self-diagnosis tool. Indeed, the search engine has already indicated that ...
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Parkinson’s disease: beware of addictions
© GettyImagesSome treatments for Parkinson disease multiply the development of impulsivity, eating disorderssexual hyperactivity, compulsive urges to buy orgambling addictionaccording ...
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E-cigarette: beware of passive smoking in asthmatics
© Getty ImagesThe use of electronic cigarettes would damage the lungs and increase the risk of developing viral and bacterial ...
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Cardiovascular diseases: beware of multiple pregnancies
The number of children appears to be a new risk factor that would influence the probability of certain cardiovascular diseases, ...
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Cold, runny nose or stuffy nose? Beware of vasoconstrictor drugs
© ShutterstockVasoconstrictor drugs are the stars of winter: Actifed Rhume®, Actifed Lp Rhinite Allergique®, Humex Rhume®, Dolirhume®, Nurofen Rhume®, Rhinadvil ...
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Colon cancer: beware of overweight during childhood
© ThinkstockThe boys in overweight Adults are more at risk of developing colon cancer than those who are thinner. However, ...
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CBD: beware of drug interactions!
© Getty ImagesBe careful not to confuse cannabidiol (CBD) with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC): if these two molecules enter into the composition ...
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Asthma in children: beware of household products
© Getty Images/iStockphoto“Frequent use of household cleaning products in early life is associated with an increased risk of wheezing and ...
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Alternative medicine: beware of sectarian aberrations
© ThinkStockIt is essential to remain vigilant in the face of the methods of pseudo-therapists who exert a real mental ...
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Hydroalcoholic gel: beware of splashes in the eyes
© Getty ImagesBecause the coronavirus epidemic is far from over, disinfecting your hands with hydroalcoholic gel is more than ever ...
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Slimming: beware of drinks
© ThinkStockDrinks pose a problem because they are not considered by the body as food and everything happens as if ...
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Mistletoe, holly and poinsettia: beware, these Christmas plants are poisonous!
© Getty ImagesMistletoe, holly and poinsettia are emblematic plants for the holiday season: they are made into wreaths, used to ...
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Mobile phone: beware of brain tumors
The debate on the dangerousness of mobile phones is picking up again! Cell phone use is detrimental to brain health, ...
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Eat less to drink more: beware danger!
© Thinkstock60% of British female students have chosen to reduce the caloric addition and to deprive themselves of food for ...
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French fries: beware of danger!
© ThinkstockExcessive consumption of potatoes is a risk factor for mortality, according to results of a study published in the ...
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Goji berries: beware, they are rich in pesticides
© GettyImagesSuper antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, full of essential vitamins for the immune system, good for hair and nail growth ... ...
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Herbal medicine: beware of mixtures with drugs
© ThinkStockHerbal treatments and those using synthetic drugs can be perfectly combined, but in some cases there are real risks ...
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Beware of interactions between food supplements and drugs
© ThinkStockCertain natural food supplements can decrease or increase the effects of certain drugs. Here are a few examples:- The ...
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Atrial fibrillation: beware of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
© GettyimagesAlready accused of increasing the risk of heart attack, the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, diclofenac or ...
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Notre-Dame de Paris fire: beware of lead!
© Getty ImagesOn April 15, flames ravaged the roof and the spire of Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral. Two weeks later, ...
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Sushi consumption: beware of parasites
© iStockPhotosIt was a team of doctors from Portugal who raised the alert in the British medical journal. They admitted ...
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Cancers: beware of a diet that is too high in calories
© ThinkstockNumerous studies have shown a definite link between obesity and aggressive cancers. Cancers linked to obesity are the breast ...
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Cavities: beware of certain medications
Teeth are protected by enamel and saliva which acts as a barrier against acidic foods. However, a number of drugs ...
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Pregnancy: beware of heavy metal poisoning
© iStockPregnant women are very sensitive to exposure to toxic products such as the alcohol, cigarette, pesticides or Pollution. These ...
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Beware of health claims, which are not always true!
© GettyImagesWhat are the health promises made by brands worth? It is not uncommon to read the words: "detox", "energizer", ...
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Beware of certain cooking methods that are carcinogenic
© ThinkStockWe do not forget to ventilate when cooking with gasElectric, ceramic or induction hobs do not emit chemical pollutants ...
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