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Health IQ: Knees

08/07/2010

Half of the population over 50 has significant knee pain. But what do you know about your knees, how they work and how to deal with knee injuries?

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Health IQ: Stress

24/06/2010
Work, family, finances, and even the World Cup, can all contribute to your stress levels. But what do you know about stress and how it affects your body?

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Influenza quiz

03/06/2010
You're feverish, your body aches and you can't get out of bed. It's winter again. But what do you know about influenza viruses and how to combat them?

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Health IQ: Prostate cancer

27/05/2010
Many men suffer prostate problems in old age. But how much do you know about the prostate?

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Health IQ: Head lice

13/05/2010
Head lice might not be considered a life-threatening health condition, but they can make you very miserable. What do you know about these pesky little critters?

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Health IQ: Vitamins

29/04/2010
We often think of them as magic pills that can compensate for poor diet and lifestyle. But how much do you really know about vitamins?

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Health IQ: Bones

31/03/2010
Looking after your bones throughout life is vital to enjoying your twilight years. How much do you know about keeping your bones healthy?

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Health IQ: Alzheimer's disease

18/03/2010
How much do you know about Alzheimer's disease and dementia? Test your health IQ to find out.

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Health IQ: Weight

18/02/2010
Is apple juice a weight loss friend or foe? Is morning the best time to exercise? Test your health IQ to find out.

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Health IQ: Sleep

04/02/2010
We all need sleep, but do you know why? Or which foods can help you drop off? Test your health IQ to find out.

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Food safety

14/01/2010
Do you know whether it's chocolate mousse or baked custard that's more likely to cause salmonella? Take our food safety quiz and learn how to enjoy your next picnic, without having to worry about uninvited 'guests'.

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Health IQ: Alcohol

03/12/2009
Most of us enjoy the odd drink, but do you really know what alcohol is doing to your body? Test your knowledge in our health IQ.

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Health IQ: Pregnancy

19/11/2009
While pregnancy is an exciting time, it can be hard to cope with all the conflicting information and advice. Test your knowledge in our health IQ.

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Health IQ: Exercise

05/11/2009
Exercise, we all need it. But how much do we need? And does all exercise have similar health benefits?

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Health IQ: Caffeine

23/10/2009
Caffeine is our favourite legal drug. But what does your morning cuppa do to your body? Test your health IQ to find out.

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First aid

03/09/2009
If you were to find yourself in an emergency would you know what to do? Test your first aid knowledge on our 10 emergency scenarios.

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Summer safety

17/12/2008
Summer is fun, but it can be dangerous. Do you know what to do in an emergency? Test your first aid knowledge on our 10 summer emergency scenarios.

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What motivates you?

20/12/2007
Do you find it hard to stay motivated when it comes to looking after your health? It may help to match your lifestyle changes with your thinking style.

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Fertility quiz

08/11/2007
How much do you know about what's going on down below? Take our quiz and find out.

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Get your fats right

31/08/2006
How much do you know about fat? Take our quiz and find out.

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Bird flu

23/02/2006
How much do you know about bird flu? Take our quiz and get the facts. You'll get a score out of 10 at the end. For more information, read our article on Bird flu myths & facts.

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