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Making an appointment for breast and cervical cancer screening should be as simple as booking a plane ticket online, says the man behind an overhaul of the current system in England. Prof Sir Mike Richards said text reminders and out-of-hours appointments were also a good idea. Cervical screening or smear-test rates are at their lowest […]
Recipes & Cooking They’re not your average chicken sandwiches. Bacon & swiss chicken sandwiches “I created this chicken sandwich recipe based on a meal my daughter ordered at a restaurant. She likes to dip her sandwich in the extra honey-mustard sauce.” —Marilyn Moberg, Papillion, NebraskaGet the recipe Jimmy’s bang bang chicken sliders Taste of Home […]
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Feeling concerned about a low libido can be such an isolating experience. When your psychological drive to have sex isn’t where you would hope it is, you might feel like you can’t even discuss it with a partner—the very person you may normally turn to for basically everything else. But a persistently low libido that […]
Lace dress via amazon.com A white lace dress looks fun and flirty, while a black lace is glamorous and sexy. Either way, the frills add a little something special to an otherwise basic frock. Buy now Slightly out-there dress via amazon.com When you don’t want to blend in, have a bold dress that makes a […]
The parents of young people who have killed themselves and patients unable to have sex are calling for the NHS to stop prescribing acne drug Roaccutane. Ed Henthorn said it had caused him erectile dysfunction, psychosis and suicidal thoughts. And one man who believes his son killed himself after taking the drug said the risks […]
When Should You Say ‘I Love You’? – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image When Should You Say ‘I Love You’ in a Relationship? this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Let’s block ads! (Why?) Relationships – […]
PBJ VelP/Shutterstock No one should ever turn their back on this childhood staple. But you will want to experiment with some upgrades to boost this family favorite’s nutrition. Try almond butter to almost double the fiber per tablespoon; you’ll also get more calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus—nutrients that are essential for bone health. Almonds are a […]
Copper Lisovskaya Natalia/Shutterstock Copper cookware not only conducts heat well, but it’s also attractive, durable, and free of harmful chemicals. Just steer clear if you have Wilson’s disease, a rare inherited disorder. “People who have Wilson’s disease should avoid copper, a disease in which people cannot metabolize dietary copper, and consequently, it can accumulate in […]
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You’ve probably read about drinking apple cider vinegar for its health benefits—you may also have heard it can be harmful. Our guide aims to clear up the confusion, and shares a recipe and tips if you’re curious to try it. NoirChocolate/Shutterstock Apple cider vinegar is a natural product made from apples that are crushed and […]
If you’re just starting an exercise routine for the first time, you’re probably feeling a mix of emotions. It’s always exciting to try something new, but it can also be equal parts confusing and daunting. But the thing is, when it comes to working out, the best place to start really is at the beginning, […]
The CDC Says You Should Stop Washing Raw Chicken—Here’s Why – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image The CDC Says You Should Stop Washing Raw Chicken—Here’s Why It’s Dangerous this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Let’s […]
Food Spice up your next barbecue by tossing something unexpected—unexpectedly delicious, that is—on the fire. Gem lettuce Geo-grafika/Shutterstock “Grilling is the best way to prepare food because it highlights the simplicity and versatility of the product,” notes Casey Burchfield, Chef de Cuisine, Linger Longer Steakhouse at The Ritz-Carlton, Reynolds, Lake Oconee in Georgia. “The food […]
Relationships It’s easy to blurt out the wrong thing when trying to comfort a mourner. Whatever you do, avoid these awkward, even hurtful phrases. Don’t say: “Everything happens for a reason” Nicole Fornabaio/Rd.com, iStock/lutavia This phrase won’t help someone who’s lost his or her life partner feel any better. “Among the most annoying of platitudes […]