Earwax is produced by glands in the ear canal. Although scientists are still not completely sure why we have earwax, its purpose is to trap dust and other small particles and prevent them from reaching, and potentially damaging, the eardrum. ...
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In addition to heartburn, some common symptoms of chronic acid reflux disease include: difficulty swallowing; chronic sore throat; persistent coughing or hoarseness; laryngitis; frequent belching or vomiting; upset stomach; chest pain not related to the heart; inflammation of the gums; ...
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A diet based on healthy carbohydrates—rather than a low-fat or low-carbohydrate diet—offers the best chance of keeping weight off without bringing unwanted side effects, a study published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests. Study participants following ...
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Brazilian researchers say they have successfully tested a vaccine against schistosomiasis, a disease caused by parasitic worms that afflicts more than 200 million people worldwide. “This is an unprecedented breakthrough in medicine that involved 30 years of scientific work,” Dr ...
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