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Body signals men still ignore too often

Many men are absolute champions at ignoring the signals their body gives off. Not out of ignorance, but because it simply feels easier to carry on than to stop and consider what is going on. As a man, you have got a habit of shrugging off little aches and pains; it is just part of being male. Yet it is precisely those small, recurring signals that reveal a lot about how your body is really doing. In this article, we look at the most common body signals men ignore, and why it is worth pausing to take them seriously.

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Health & Beauty

Body signals men still ignore too often

Energy efficient homes linked to asthma

Skincare and make-up tips for oily skin

Stay on track with Reebok's Christmas Survival Guide

Young entrepreneur opens first beauty salon on city trading estate

Diabetes award recognises international research impact

Health warning as temperature falls

Time to take action on asthma in South West

Wellbeing drop-in sessions at Moretonhampstead Hospital

Devon urged to ‘go red’ for HIV testing week

DCC wins No Smoking Day Organiser of the Year competition

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