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Health & Wellbeing

Testicular Cancer: Check yourself

Fri, 05/02/2008 - 09:02

Testicular cancer is the most common cancer for men in the 20-39 age group, so it is important for you to check yourself.

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Culture Shock

Mon, 04/28/2008 - 10:01

Many people experience problems getting used to University life when they first arrive here.

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Feeling Down and Depressed

Tue, 04/22/2008 - 14:53

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Self Harming

Mon, 04/21/2008 - 11:11

'Self-injury' is any sort of self-harm that involves causing injuries or pain to your own body. It can take many forms. The most common form of self-injury is probably cutting.

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Personal Safety Tips

Mon, 04/21/2008 - 11:09

Lancaster is not a particularly dangerous place but none the less it is important that y

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STIs)

Mon, 04/21/2008 - 10:17

You don't need to have a lot of sexual partners to get a sexually transmitted infection (STI) - almost anyone who is sexually active can get one if you have sex without using bar

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Breast Cancer: Being Breast Aware

Fri, 04/18/2008 - 15:11

Although the majority of female students at Lancaster are in the low risk category for breast cancer due to their age, it is still really important for all women to be 'breast aware' and be comfort

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Meningitis: The Key Facts

Thu, 04/17/2008 - 15:59

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About Drink Spiking

Thu, 04/17/2008 - 11:56

Drink spiking is done by people who sometimes think it's funny, do it out of spite or anger or it can be a means take things from you or even sexual assault.

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Being Pregnant

Wed, 04/16/2008 - 12:47

If your period is late, or you suspect you might have an unexpected pregnancy, don't panic. There are plenty of options, but it's important that you find out for sure.

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Staying safe in the sun

Mon, 03/17/2008 - 16:06

The sun gives off powerful radiation waves, including different kinds of ultraviolet rays. Here are the two that should concern you:

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Mumps - symptoms, treatments and prevention

Mon, 03/17/2008 - 16:03

If you think you have mumps or are concerned about a fellow student read through our advice on the infection.

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Protecting against pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases

Mon, 03/17/2008 - 15:32

 

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The effects on your body of drinking too much alcohol

Mon, 03/17/2008 - 15:26

Anything you put down your throat, food or drink, has to be broken down by your body.

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I have difficulty in getting to sleep

Mon, 03/17/2008 - 15:13

Ideally you should aim for somewhere between five and nine hours each night. The following may help you get a good nights sleep:

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Healthcare Provision in Lancaster

Tue, 03/11/2008 - 10:44

Where can I register with a doctor in Lancaster? Where can I get my prescription filled?

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