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Lesbian, gay, bisexual youth at increased risk of substance abuse
Updated : 7 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA] Sep 16 (ANI): Young adults who identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual are at a higher risk of consuming substances such as alcohol, nicotine, and marijuana, as compared to their heterosexual peers.
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People with asthma at higher risk of obesity
Updated : 7 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Sep 15 (ANI): While obesity is known to be a risk factor for developing asthma, according to a study, people with asthma are also likely to become obese.
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Are sepsis patients at higher risk of stroke?
Updated : 7 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Sep 10 (ANI): Patients with sepsis face higher risk of strokes and heart attacks in the first four weeks after hospital discharge, according to a study.
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E-cigarette users at higher risk of heart attack
Updated : 7 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA] Aug 23(ANI): A new study has found that smoking an e-cigarette on a regular basis could double the risk of a heart attack.
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Inappropriate medication linked to higher risk of fracture, mortality
Updated : 7 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA] Aug 13(ANI): Initiation of potentially inappropriate medication is associated with a higher risk of fractures and mortality, according to a new study.
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CLL patients at higher risk of melanoma
Updated : 7 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 10 (ANI): Patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) have a sizable 600 percent higher risk of melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, a Wilmot Cancer Institute scientific team made this discovery.
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Transgenders more prone to heart disease risk, finds study
Updated : 7 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 3 (ANI): According to a research, transgender individuals could be at higher risk for heart disease.
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3 in 5 babies not breastfed in first hour of life
Updated : 7 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 31 (ANI): According to United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and World Health Organization (WHO), around 78 million babies or three in every five are not breastfed within the first hour of the birth, putting them at a higher risk of death and disease and making them
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E-cigarettes, tobacco linked to higher risk of oral cancer
Updated : 7 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA] July 29(ANI): Turns out, Tobacco use remains a leading cause of oral cancer but the tobacco landscape is evolving with increasing use of non-cigarette tobacco products and dual-use of multiple product types.
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Early puberty in boys increases substance use risk
Updated : 7 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], July 17 (ANI): A new study suggests that boys experiencing early puberty are at a higher risk for substance use than later developing boys.
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LGBQ teens at higher risk of substance abuse
Updated : 7 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA] July 14(ANI): Turns out, lesbian, gay, bisexual or questioning (LGBQ) teens are at substantially higher risk of substance use than their heterosexual peers.
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Siblings, a sounding board in disruptive homes
Updated : 7 years, 8 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Jun 24 (ANI): Generally, children who experience recurrent destructive conflicts between their parents are at a higher risk of later developing mental health problems. However, strong sibling bond can protect you from such negative effects.
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