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New method: colonoscopy will no longer be an invasive examination. (1/2)

The headline “colonoscopy will no longer be invasive” is misleading. There are newer and less-invasive ways to examine the colon, but they haven’t made conventional colonoscopy obsolete. What alternatives exist? CT colonography (“virtual colonoscopy”) uses CT imaging to look for polyps and other abnormalities. It doesn’t require a flexible camera to travel through the entire …

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Amlodipine users warned ‘call 111’ for serious side effect

Yes—but the headline needs important context. NHS guidance lists several rare serious reactions to amlodipine, but most people take it without serious problems. nhs.uk The serious reactions Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis): swelling of the throat or tongue, difficulty breathing, or a widespread itchy/raised rash. This is an emergency—call 999, not 111. nhs.uk+1 Acute pancreatitis: sudden, …

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If you have a heart attack at home, do this in 10 seconds and you can save your life.(1 / 2)

If you’re referring to the viral “10-second trick that can save you during a heart attack”, be very cautious. There is no breathing, coughing, drinking, or physical maneuver that can reliably stop a heart attack in 10 seconds. Claims about repeatedly coughing hard (“cough CPR”) are particularly misleading and are not recommended for someone having …

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Orchids: Just 1 tablespoon and they will bloom non-stop – a powerful fertilizer

That “just 1 tablespoon and orchids will bloom non-stop” claim is typical gardening clickbait. There isn’t a magic one-tablespoon fertilizer that makes orchids flower continuously. 🌸 What actually helps orchids bloom Bright, indirect light: Usually the biggest factor. Insufficient light is a common reason an otherwise healthy orchid doesn’t flower. Appropriate fertilizer: Use a fertilizer …

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Itchy scalp? Here are the main causes.

An itchy scalp is common and can have several causes. It doesn’t necessarily mean poor hygiene, and the right treatment depends on what’s causing it. Common causes of an itchy scalp Dandruff / seborrheic dermatitis: Often causes itching with white or yellowish flakes and sometimes oily, irritated skin. Dry scalp: More likely when the skin …