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Common Risk Factors for Bladder Cancer
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Gerald Morris Your Health

Common Risk Factors for Bladder Cancer

While anyone can get bladder cancer, there are a variety of different risk factors that can contribute to a person’s likelihood of developing it. Understanding what they are may help to lower your risk or identify and treat the condition sooner. Here are 11 common risk factors for bladder cancer to be mindful of.

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Health Effects of Lead in Drinking Water
Medically Reviewed Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Health Effects of Lead in Drinking Water

Some homes in the U.S. (especially those built before 1986) still contain lead service pipes, and lead can end up in drinking water when the lead pipes corrode. A person can have short-term effects from very high levels (lead poisoning), or display symptoms of long-term lead exposure at lower levels. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) […]

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Benefits of Staying Hydrated
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Benefits of Staying Hydrated

The human body is made up of over seventy percent water. So understandably,  drinking plenty of fluids to maintain and replenish water levels is vital for things like muscle function, joint and brain protection, immune health, digestion, and even mood. Here are 10 of the major benefits you’ll reap if you stay well-hydrated.

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