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​Dust allergy making you sneeze non-stop? Here’s how to turn your home into a dust-repellent zone

“Carpeting” makes a good home for dust-mites,” notes Mayo Clinic. Replacing wall-to-wall bedroom carpeting with tile, wood, linoleum or vinyl flooring.Other fabric surfaces like curtains or table covers can also trap dust particles.If possible, use pillow covers or mattresses made from dust-proof or allergen-blocking covers. Mayo Clinic recommends washing all sheets, blankets, pillowcases and bedcovers…

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Optical illusion: Can you spot the hidden pencil in this pic, as these two animals enjoy some bubble tea?

Optical illusions have gained a lot of popularity recently, as they get our brain to exercise, and can be the perfect test of our observational skills and keen eye. People who want to use their free time effectively can solve puzzles, which provide both entertainment and problem-solving solutions. The brain creates visual illusions through its…

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“Dirtier than a toilet seat”: Cardiologist reveals shopping cart can expose you to serious infections and health risks

Using a shopping cart in supermarkets is a no-brainer for many, and for those with children, the cart becomes more than a convenience. It is considered to be a safe option. But behind this convenience and “harmless” looking habit, lies the risk of exposure to a number of infections. Recently, double-board certified doctor Kunal Sood…

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6-month-old child dies after diarrhea, high fever; contaminated water suspected to be the cause: Understanding how waterborne bacteria can put life at risk and how to stay protected

Madhya Pradesh’s Indore is facing a public health emergency as the Bhagirathpura locality has been hit by a waterborne disease outbreak, with 9 confirmed deaths and over 1400 affected. Now, the death of a 6-month-old child has raised outrage. The infant died after diarrhea and high-fever, and contaminated water is suspected to be the cause….

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Lessons in longevity: Meet the 93-year-old, with the heart of a 40-year-old. His secret? Clean eating, exercise, and….

Richard Morgan, a 93-year-old former coal miner from Ireland, rows like a champion, and has the heart and muscles of a much younger man. According to doctors, his body fat percentage is just 15%, while his lean muscle mass is a staggering 80%. This revealed that his heart health equals that of an average 40-year-old…

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5 signs your legs can warn you about hidden diseases

The presence of pins-and-needles sensations in legs indicates peripheral neuropathy, which occurs when nerve damage results from inadequate blood sugar management, and circulation control. Diabetes is one of the most common conditions causing this and functions as a predictive tool for cardiovascular disease (CVD), because research shows numbness indicates an elevated heart disease risk, regardless…

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