Heartburn

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Sanofi is pulling the drug because it's been possibly contaminated. (Photo: AP)

Canada, US recall OTC drug Zantac

Over-the-counter heartburn drug Zantac pulled in US, Canada.

21 Oct 2019 9:00 PM

Many of the medications associated with depression as a potential side effect include commonly used prescription drugs. (Photo: AFP)

Many US adults take medicines that can cause depression

Patients who do develop depression as a drug side effect can often switch to different prescriptions.

13 Jun 2018 3:22 PM

Well despite only eight per cent of us doing so, various studies and experts praise the virtues of people sleeping on their backs. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out which is the best position for sleeping

According to researchers, how you lie down at night could affect a whole lot more than just your slumber.

06 Apr 2018 12:42 PM

Maybe it is best to avoid bingeing this festive season. (Photo: Pixabay)

Frequent heartburns up cancer risk in older adults

The results suggested that GERD was associated with cancer of the throat, tonsils and parts of the sinuses.

25 Dec 2017 1:45 PM

This association requires further study to determine causality and to possibly identify an at-risk population. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out what increases cancer risk in older adults

Research finds frequent heartburns, caused by heartburns is linked to cancer of the throat, tonsils and upper digestive tracts.

25 Dec 2017 8:17 AM

Liquid vitamins could be an alternative. It will be easier to swallow and minimise irritation. (Photo: Pixabay)

Taking too many vitamin supplements can lead to this unwanted side effect

The pills could irritate the oesophagus, or allow some stomach acid to creep back up the oesophagus when it enters the stomach.

16 Dec 2017 3:24 PM

Having too many vitamin supplements may cause unwanted side effects

According to experts, pills could irritate oesophagus, or allow some stomach acid to creep back up oesophagus when it enters stomach.

15 Dec 2017 7:55 AM

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Frequent heartburn could be a sign of stomach cancer, suggests study

Find out more.

01 Dec 2017 9:51 AM

Scientists were able to conclude that developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease did not appear to be linked to taking the drugs. (Photo: Pixabay)

Popping heartburn pills doesn't up dementia risk

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are medicines commonly prescribed to treat acid-related digestive problems.

22 Nov 2017 12:12 PM

The stress of travelling, sitting or standing for long hours, irregular meal timing and stress at work can pose immense physical and emotional challenges.

Tips for working expectant moms

Pre-natal yoga greatly improves general physical and mental well being.

10 Apr 2017 1:17 AM

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