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Read more about the article The Home Heat Helpline
My Bedroom/Office by Jordan Green

The Home Heat Helpline

The Home Heat Helpline (0800 33 66 99) gives information on the grants, benefits and payment schemes that you may be entitled to as well as basic steps that you can take to save money on heating bills by making your home more energy efficient.

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Read more about the article Smokers have a higher risk of bowel cancer
Cigarette smoke by Challiyil Eswaramangalath Vipin

Smokers have a higher risk of bowel cancer

Smokers are more likely to develop polyps in their bowel than non smokers, and some studies show that smokers have a higher risk of bowel cancer, particularly rectal cancer. So giving up smoking can reduce your risk of bowel cancer.

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Read more about the article What are the risks of tattoo laser removal?
Tattooing in progress

What are the risks of tattoo laser removal?

Risks of tattoo removal include: infection, permanent scar, the treated skin could become paler or darker than surrounding skin, and lack of complete pigment removal.

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Where can I get a tattoo removed by laser?

Tattoos can be removed by laser at a cosmetic surgery centre. If possible, you should obtain a recommendation from your GP for a dermatologist or skin surgery centre that specialises in tattoo removal.

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