Henry Brooke
Henry Brooke is a popular writer for many magazines and journals. He comes from a medical background and reports on medical topics in simple and unbiased language.
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A Review of Edge of Darkness with Mel GibsonI had high expectations of Mel Gibson's remake of the Edge of Darkness, a film about a detective's quest to investigate his daughter's violent murder.
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The Use of CPAP Machines in Snoring and Sleep ApnoeaContinuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) are medical machines that are primarily used for respiratory conditions such as sleep apnoea.
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An Introduction to Nasal Hair FunctionNasal hair is a major problem in some people because it can cause irritation. Nasal hair grows at a rate that is similar to the rest of your bodily hair. In the same way that we need a haircut now and then, nasal hair deserves a similar treatment.
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How to Choose the Best Electric Nasal Hair TrimmerDespite the fact that nasal hair is vital to our sensory ability, it can be extremely unsightly and in severe cases can cause relationship problems.
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The Ultimate Guide to Buying the Perfect Nasal Hair TrimmerUnsightly nasal hair and ear hairs are a natural phenomenon of the aging process. There is not much you can do about this just like you cannot reverse aging, but you can improve your appearance by using an electric nasal hair trimmer.
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The Truth About Anti-aging ProductsWhen you go to your local department store, are you at all amazed by the huge variety of skin lotions or anti-aging products? Have you ever wondered whether they could actually slow down your aging process?
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How to Cure AcneAre you suffering from a bad case of acne and wonder if anything can be done about it? Have you heard of horror stories about acne in other people?
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Eyelash Loss: Don't Try to Shield AwayAre you suffering from eyelash loss and wondering if you are the only one out there? The truth is, a lot of people have developed this problem but are afraid to come out because of their appearance.
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Dealing with Going Bald and Hair LossAre your suffering from male pattern baldness or do you know somebody who is becoming bald? As the population grows older, balding is becoming an increasing issue for both men and women. -
Preventing Skin Aging: Myth and FictionLots of people are worried about the effects of aging on their skin, and many companies have tried to market products to exploit this field.
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Hair Removal Techniques - Pros and ConsRemoving unwanted hair from the body is a preoccupation for people in many countries of the world. There are many cultural and gender differences as to what is an acceptable appearance in society.
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How to Spot Skin CancersAre your worried about the moles on your skin? Know somebody who had skin cancer and wonder if it could happen to you? If you had a lot of previous sun exposure when abroad or when you were young, you should be aware of the risk of skin cancer.
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How to Spot AutismAre you worried that your child is autistic or having some communication or language problems? It is important to realize that autism exists in a very wide spectrum
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Obesity Drugs: The FactsThe rising obesity epidemic is already causing a headache to health campaigners and politicians around the world. Obesity is an increasing problem in the developed world and is a continuous source of embarrassment and humiliation to some.
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Gold Bullion: Good Investment StrategyIn the current economic downturn, what is the best commodity to invest in? With the chaotic fluctuations in the stock market, people are increasingly looking into other forms of investments, in particular gold bullion.
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Breaking into Hollywood - Inside SecretsAre you thinking of becoming a famous actor or director? Or are you interested in working in the film industry? There are many ways of breaking your way into Hollywood and despite the many success stories out there it is difficult.
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Spyware Programs - Why so Serious?Have you ever had the experience of having your computer infected with spyware or adware programs? It can be very frightening to see new emails and popup messages appearing all over the place
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Dealing with Urinary Infections - the Role of SupplementsAre you prone to getting urinary infections or know somebody affected by this problem? Urinary infections are common problems affecting women more than men, because of the anatomical structure of their urinary system. -
Introducing Adsense and AdwordsIn this article, I am going to reveal my personal experiences with Google Adsense and Google Adwords, two of the best money making tools on the Internet nowadays.
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Looking After Our Veterans - Health Issues Need ImprovementWhenever we turn the news on it is always about the war in Iraq and Afghanistan, and how more funds should be dedicated to soldiers who come back from these war zones.
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Coping with Social AnxietyDo you know someone who is very shy and cannot speak in front of other people? Or are you socially introvert and feel uncomfortable when dealing with strangers?
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Paris Hilton - Role Model or Pest?If you are a TV or movie fan, you no doubt would have heard of a blonde girl called Paris Hilton. Whether you hate or love her, she is unique in that she is a celebrity in her own right. -
Hypnotherapy - is it Good for You?Have you ever heard of hypnotherapy or hypnosis and whether it would help your condition? Hypnosis has been established for a long time in ancient history but has not been used in medicine until the early 1700s.
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Depression in Young People - Helpful AdviceAre you worried about your children's mental well-being or do you know a young person who is feeling depressed? Depression in teenagers is a widely known phenomenon -
Universal Health Care - Hope for the FutureIf you live in the U.S. no doubt you would be concerned about the current health system and considering whether you should buy health insurance for you and your loved ones.
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Don't Catch a Sexually Transmitted Disease - Staying SafeYou might have heard about all those horror stories about how they have contracted a sexually transmitted disease (STD) and wonder how to prevent the same happening to you. -
MMR Vaccines: The DebateThe MMR vaccine controversy has been ongoing for a long time since it has been linked to autism. The main preservative in the vaccine is thimerasol, which is a controversial mercury-based component.
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Buying Drugs Online: The Real DealHave you ever surfed the internet and seen advertisements on medications? The pharmaceutical industry is a lucrative industry at the moment and they make millions from selling medicines over the world.
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Bisphenol A (BPA): The Facts so FarIf you are at all worried about the recent news on Bisphenol A (BPA), a component in many types of plastics such as baby bottles and food cans, then there are many questions that need to be answered. -
The Nigerian Scam: Don't Fall for ItYou have just opened your email account and found spam flooding into your inbox. There are yet more versions of the scam letters detailing the need to deposit money in somebody's account in exchange for helping them settle in a new country.
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Leona Lewis and Alexandra Burke: New UK TalentsIf you live in the UK and are a fan of the popular TV singing contest X Factor, then you would certainly know the winner Alexandra Burke. Fresh after her win, she scored with the song that she won the competition with, "Hallelujah."
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Stem Cell Research: New ChallengesFor those of you who are suffering from neurodegenerative disorders like dementia or diabetes, there might be light at the end of the tunnel.
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Golliwog and Political CorrectnessThese days people are more concerned than ever about political correctness and cultural awareness. When people make mistakes, we are often asked whether they should apologize or not.
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Filing for Bankruptcy: What You Need to KnowAre you in piling amounts of debt and see no future in yourself? Unfortunately, you may be on the verge of bankruptcy, which should only be relied upon as a last resort when you can't settle your debts.
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Investing in Trends: A Viable OptionThe economic turmoil has extended far and wide across the globe: banks are closing down, companies are demolished, and unemployment is steadily rising. In this bear market, profitable investments are difficult to make and heavy losses have been reported.
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Swiss Bank Accounts: The Way to Do BusinessAre you afraid that somebody may be snooping on your bank account and keeping an eye on your balance and transactions? Or perhaps you are worried that when you fall into debt the information can be passed on to your other creditors?
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Cosmetic Surgery Gone Wrong: How to Seek CompensationAre you suffering from a botched up cosmetic surgery? Have you had a bad liposuction with drastic results? There are plenty of reasons why you might be dissatisfied with the results of your surgery. -
Safeguard Your Health: Protect Yourself from the DoctorAre you not satisfied with the level of care you expected from your doctor? Or have you been through unfair treatment or think that things were not properly explained to you? -
Taking a Doctor to Court - Legal IssuesYou may have heard about how doctors have been increasingly sued for malpractice claims in the media. If you think that you have been unfairly treated by your doctor, then you need to seek an opinion from a legal representative. -
How to Sue a SurgeonHave you been through some botched up surgery and wonder about compensation? After all, surgeons are humans capable of making mistakes that could have serious consequences.
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Litigation Against the National Health Service (NHS)If you are a UK citizen or somebody who has experienced NHS healthcare when traveling to the UK, then you would realize the differences of the NHS from other health systems around the globe.
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Day Trading System: The New Way ForwardSo you may have heard of day trading and how much money you can make in one day? Or you may have met someone who claim to be an expert in the field and want to give it a try? -
Becoming a Successful InvestorAre you new to the stock market and the financial sector? In my early days before I entered the stocks it was often intimidating to look at the financial part of the newspaper and see scores and scores of different stocks in fine print.
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Investing in Penny StocksAre you just starting out in the stock market? If so, you may be bewildered by the wide variety of stocks and wondering where to put your investment. Aside from the most dominant stocks, there are also other minor ones that are too small to be listed
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Mutual Funds - Tips for New InvestorsAre you waiting to try your hand in the investment market and unsure about how to start? Or are you afraid of losing your hard earned investments in this time of economic turmoil? If you are a beginner in the stock market, it can be a steep learning curve -
Relieving Debt: Helpful StrategiesSo have you been crippled by worsening amounts of debt. Are you threatened by the possibility of bankruptcy? If you are in a lot of debt, it can get harder and harder to pay off as the interest piles up
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Rise in Alcohol Consumption Among GirlsFor the first time, more girls are being treated for alcohol poisoning compared to boys.
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The Credit Crunch: How Does it Affect You?Unless you have been hiding under your mattress for the last few months, you must have heard of the effects of the credit crunch. Most countries around the globe have been affected - banks are in deep trouble and national debt is steadily rising.
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The Economic Crisis: How to Stay AfloatIn the current economic downturn, resources are scarce and things are tough for everyone. With rising unemployment rates, analysts are predicting that this time it would be even worse than the Great Depression. -
Eradicating Polio: The Challenges AheadThe polio virus should long be extinct, but it still rages in Asia and Africa. A 500 million euro package is aimed to eradicate it from the globe.
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Woody Allen: A Comedic GeniusWoody Allen was born in New York City and spent his childhood in Midwood, Brooklyn. He demonstrated his writing talent at an early age, selling jokes to newspaper columnists before he met the stand-up comic Milt Kamen.
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Cancer of the Pancreas - Hope in the FutureMost people don't know where the pancreas lies, let alone the important functions it serves to the body. However, many people know that carcinoma of the pancreas is one of the most aggressive cancers ever encountered.
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Biotech Shares - to Buy or Not to Buy?There are few winners this year and the 2009 stock market is doing poorly as ever before. However, there are some positive exceptions: biotech shares.
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Fear of BlushingDo you tend to blush frequently? If so, then you may have erythrophobia, a fear of blushing. When in the school, he was always afraid of his problem and never reported it.
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Lessons for Horror MoviesAre you an avid horror movie fan? If so, you must have some opinions about what a good horror flick should be like. Some people don't like horror because it scares the living hell out of them.
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Patient Narrative (Part I)A patient lies in bed and struggles. You see him fighting his for his life by his small pupils. For three hours, he waits in a polo shirt and jogging pants. He gathers strength day by day. He does not count the seconds or minutes on his watch.
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Patient Narrative (Part 2)It can be intimidating to be the patient lying on the bed and looking up at the surgeon.
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Patient Narrative (Part 4)Before the Surgeon entered the operating room, his assistant is already hard at work. He is a gentle man and they've known each other since they were junior doctors.
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Wearing Helmets - Safety Comes FirstThe memory of a severe accident of one of my closest friends never goes away. His collision with a skier from Switzerland and the consequences of their severe head injuries have triggered a debate on the safety of ski slopes.
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Baby Bottle Controversy - Bisphenol A and Plastic Baby BottlesA five month old baby greedily sucks from the bottle whilst his mother holds him patiently. "Until he can hold the bottle on his own, it would take time. A glass bottle is simply too heavy."
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Making Hospitals a Better PlaceHospitals are traditionally a place of dread and doom. However, there are practical things that can be done to lighten up the mood. This article gives some helpful suggestions. -
Gout: Painful LessonsGout is a painful condition that affects the joints and severe attacks can be debilitating. This article helps to reduce the chances of gout happening to you and discusses about various treatment options.
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Embryonic Stem Cells - a Future HopeEmbryonic stem cells are considered as all rounder cells. Under appropriate conditions, you can make them transform in any tissue. Doctors hope that with the help of stem cells one day, diseased or damaged tissue -
Secrets of a Low Budget MovieAre you a fan of B movies? Do you work in the movie industry? There is a lot of literature out there on the production of low budget movies. However, making a successful low budget movie is quite another thing -
The Wrestler - the Rise of an AntiheroThe Wrestler is a film directed by Darren Aronofsky starring Mickey Rourke in the comeback role as Randy "The Ram" Robinson.
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Treatment OptionsThis article offers an open discussion of treatment options available for the various STDs.
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Stress Management - How to Deal with ItAre you feeling stressed or low? This article gives you helpful tips and coping strategies when things are not going great.
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Osteoporosis Prevention and TreatmentsOsteoporosis is a common condition affecting the elderly. This article helps you to prevent this condition and offers helpful tips on treatment prospects.
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Tummy Tuck and Liposuction - the FactsTummy Tuck and Liposuction are two very common procedures in the world of cosmetic surgery. This article summarizes the basis for these procedures and provides helpful strategies for your battle against your weight.
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Sciatica Treatments - a Balanced ViewMany people suffer from sciatica or back pain throughout their lives. This article provides objective information about non-medical and medical treatments, as well as helpful tips on how to decide which is best for you.
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Penis Enlargement Drugs - Do They Really Work?We have often been bombarded by penis enlargement ads. This article helps you to distinguish the facts from what they are trying to sell you, and provides strategies to cope with your self esteem.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Hand Weakness ExplainedCarpal Tunnel Syndrome affects many people around the world. Symptoms include hand weakness and poor grip or function. From the viewpoint of a sufferer, this article summarizes coping strategies and personal advice that will help with this disorder.
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How to Cope with Panic AttacksMany people around the world suffer from panic attacks. This article contains vital information and coping strategies to deal with this disorder.
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Alfred Hitchcock - a True British Film IconAlfred Hitchcock has amazed audiences across the globe. This article gives a brief summary of his biography, his works and his personal life.
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Advice from the Relationship GuruSuffering from relationship breakdown? This article gives you helpful hints, tips and strategies for managing your love life.