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Pros and Cons of a Hollywood Smile

The Hollywood smile is undoubtedly a dental procedure that makes your teeth look good and in perfect condition. Many people undertake the Hollywood smile procedure because it's fashionable. Remember, it was nicknamed the Hollywood Smile because only celebrities in the movies could afford such a white and perfect dentition.

This dental makeover has recently become popular and affordable for most people. Even though the benefits of this dental procedure is enormous, it has some cons you need to know. Read and learn about the pros and cons of this dental treatment.

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Breakthrough in understanding 'tummy bug' bacteria 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 01/31/2021 - 11:25pm

Scientists have discovered how bacteria commonly responsible for seafood-related stomach upsets can go dormant and then "wake up".

Vibrio parahaemolyticus is a marine bacterium that can cause gastroenteritis in humans when eaten in raw or undercooked shellfish such as oysters and mussels.

Some of these bacteria are able to turn dormant in poor growth conditions such as cold temperatures – and can remain in that state of hibernation for long periods before resuscitating.

University of Exeter scientists have identified a population of these dormant cells that are...

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BMI scale accuracy: What you need to know

Are you the type of person that keeps track of your BMI? If you don't, when is the last time you checked it? BMI is one thing you should be intentional about when it comes to your overall weight. To understand how healthy you are, you need to know how to measure your health through the use of BMI. There are a lot of products in the market today that will enable you to efficiently measure your BMI, one of them being BMI scales. That said, here are important things you need to know about BMI scale accuracy.

How it works

When it comes to measuring health through body mass...

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Novavax COVID-19 vaccine trialled in South West 89.3% effective

Novavax COVID-19 vaccine trialled in Exeter 89.3% effective

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/29/2021 - 6:11pm

The NIHR-supported Novavax COVID-19 vaccine – which was trialled in Exeter and Cornwall – has demonstrated that the vaccine is 89.3% effective at preventing COVID-19.This data was identified from interim analysis of the Phase III study and included effectiveness against the new variants.

The Novavax study is the largest ever double blind, placebo-controlled trial to be undertaken in the UK. It recruited over 15,000 participants in just over 2 months from 35 UK research sites, including the NIHR Patient Recruitment Centre based at the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust...

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Positive case numbers have fallen, but we must continue to comply with rules

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 01/27/2021 - 2:20pm

Devon has seen a fall in the number of positive cases, across all age groups, Public Health Devon has confirmed.

"The current restrictions are helping to bring down the number of positive cases in Devon," says Steve Brown, Director of Public Health Devon.

"Devon residents are doing really well in adhering to the current lockdown restrictions, and we're seeing evidence that their efforts are working. However, we must keep it up.

"We do have concerns about the numbers of people currently testing positive for coronavirus in care homes, and in some business settings...

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Thousands more coronavirus jabs to be given every week in Devon

Thousands more coronavirus jabs to be given every week in Devon as venues become NHS Vaccination Centres

Two landmark venues in Devon are opening as NHS Vaccination Centres today (26 January), ready to vaccinate tens of thousands of local people in coming weeks.

The Mayflower Grandstand at Plymouth Argyle Football Club’s Home Park Stadium, and exhibition and event venue Westpoint Exeter will be offering their first booked appointments to people in priority groups from Tuesday.

The two sites in Devon are among six launching across the South West today, bringing the national total to 50.

The Home Park and Westpoint Exeter sites mean thousands more vaccinations will...

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‘Stay Positive Exeter’ campaign supporting mental wellbeing in ‘lockdown’

People are being encouraged to stay positive during ‘lockdown’ and share their tips for keeping upbeat as part of a new social media campaign.

‘Stay Positive Exeter’ has been launched by the City Council to help people through these difficult times.

People are being asked to post a picture of themselves on Facebook holding a piece of paper containing the words #staypositiveexeter along with something they are doing to stay positive during this challenging period.

It could be something really simple like #staypositiveexeter:

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Devon to open two mass vaccination centres next week

The NHS in Devon is making final preparations ready to welcome the first patients to two new large-scale vaccination centres from 26 January.

The Mayflower Grandstand at Plymouth Argyle Football Club’s Home Park Stadium, and exhibition and event venue Westpoint Exeter will be hosting their first booked appointments to people aged 80 and above from next Tuesday.

The Home Park and Westpoint Exeter sites mean thousands more vaccinations will be given every week in Devon and provide local people have a wider choice of options when they receive their invitation for an...

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Hemp is revolutionising the medical industry

With the legalization of hemp in many parts of the world. The demand for products made with hemp, such as CBD salves, is rising dramatically. CBD stands for Cannabidiol that is the most active cannabinoid that exists in the hemp plant.

Unlike marijuana, this compound is famous for its multiple medical advantages. It is considered a revolution in the medical industry, and it is continuously breaking the popularity records there.

Moreover, it is also different from tetrahydrocannabinol because it does not contain any psychoactive properties. This means they are not...

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Weight training basics: 5 tips to lift successfully

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 01/20/2021 - 10:53am

Weight training is a simple yet highly effective way to strip away fat and build muscle. And it’s not just about bulking up – far from it. Regardless of age or gender when you start weight lifting, both body and mind can benefit from the effort and perseverance that goes into every single session. Better sleep patterns, a boosted metabolism, improving bone density and protecting your body from problems like osteoporosis, improved posture, weight loss and a better mental outlook. It’s obvious why the weights section in your local gym is always busy.

If you’re thinking about...

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9 Tips To Help You Stay Fit During Lockdown

Authored by Alex Thomas
Posted: Wed, 01/20/2021 - 10:38am

It can be a real challenge to find the motivation to stay fit during lockdown. Now that we’re all trapped indoors and unable to visit the gym to work on ourselves, loads of people are struggling to force themselves to maintain their fitness. If you’re one of these people, we’ve collected some tips to help you stop a growing lockdown tum, and stay fit until things get back to normal.

So let’s take a look at our guide to staying fit during lockdown!

Exercise Regularly

This is undoubtedly the most important step when it comes to staying fit. You have to continue to exercise...

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