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Matt Binny

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Most of us spend several hours looking at digital screens every day, all of which emit varying levels of blue light. There's debate about the damage and effects blue light has on our vision and health, and if blue light filters help. We investigate if they really work.

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Brushing your teeth keeps them clean and healthy, and flossing is important to clean hard-to-reach areas. Conventional dental floss is tried and tested but new technologies - such as water flossing - offer convenience and simplicity. We explore if water flossing is as effective as regular methods.

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Water makes up around 60% of the human body. It's essential you drink enough to keep your body working properly and performing at its best. Here, we explore the symptoms of dehydration, and share tips to help you drink enough water.

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If you have epilepsy and want to learn to drive or already have a licence, there are rules and responsibilities you'll need to understand. The rules don't necessarily mean you can't drive, but are there to make it safe for yourself and others if you do.

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I peli incarniti si verificano quando il pelo cresce all'interno della pelle anziché verso l'esterno come dovrebbe. Spesso appaiono come piccoli rigonfiamenti rossi che a volte sono pruriginosi. Tuttavia, se un pelo incarnito si infetta, può essere molto doloroso e può portare a problemi più gravi se non trattato. Quindi, cosa dovresti fare se hai un pelo incarnito infetto?

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