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Varicose veins
Simple treatments can help
A different sort of arthritis
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High blood pressure
Managing this silent killer
Gallstones
Symptoms usually mean surgery
Peripheral neuropathy
Potentially disabling nerve problems
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April 2019
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Implanted heart devices
Advances in technology
Pacemakers perform two main functions — to monitor your heart rate and to send electrical impulses to restore a normal heart rate should it slow or become uncoordinated. Virtually all newer pacemakers also can sense increased exertion and adjust your heart rate to match your physical activity level.
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Are scorpion bites dangerous?
Contrary to popular belief, scorpions don't bite, they sting, using the stingers in their tails. Although painful, the stings are mostly harmless.
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