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Colleen Fleiss

Colleen is a well-versed medical writer, who has written on various medical topics. She writes under her pen name contributing news to Medindia.

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Preventing Falls in Older Adults: The Importance of Home Safety

Preventing Falls in Older Adults: The Importance of Home Safety

Lower the risk of falls in the elderly by assessing and reducing fall hazards. Simple measures like removing clutter, adding handrails and non-slip strips to steps can help

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Living with Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Coping Strategies and Support Resources

Living with Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Coping Strategies and Support Resources

Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental health disorder characterized by excessive preoccupation with physical flaws. Knowing the signs can help you get appropriate treatment.

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Can Injury to the Brain Lead to Brain Cancer?

Can Injury to the Brain Lead to Brain Cancer?

Head injury due to trauma can cause brain cancer by triggering changes in mature brain cells called astrocytes, states the research.

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Physical Strain at Work Can Give You a Higher Sperm Count

Physical Strain at Work Can Give You a Higher Sperm Count

Sperm count, testosterone levels, and male fertility are higher in men who lift or move heavy objects at work

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Decoding Key Reasons For a Longer Life Span

Decoding Key Reasons For a Longer Life Span

The most important factors for a longer and healthier life span are nutrient dense diet, physical exercise, stress free lifestyle, and genetics to some extent

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