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I Found My First Grey Hair…And Everyone Blamed Stress!

Posted on June 26, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Sound familiar? The truth is, stress gets blamed for almost every grey hair that appears but that’s only part of the story. Did you know that:Grey hair can run in families?Some children develop grey hair too.Sometimes early greying may be … Continue reading →

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Expired… Or Not?

Posted on June 25, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Your blood tablets expire in 2 months. Do you: A. Throw them away immediately?B. Keep taking them?C. You’re not even sure what the expiry date means? If you’re like most people, you’ve probably done at least one of these. Many … Continue reading →

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Want Whiter Teeth?

Posted on June 24, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

How Can I Whiten My Brown Teeth? Q: Hello Dr Ketch. I appreciate your efforts to see that people stay healthy. My question: is there anything that one can do to make ones brown teeth to be white again? A: … Continue reading →

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Why Are Your Eyes Looking Tired?

Posted on June 23, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

I sleep well every night, so why do I still have dark circles under my eyes? Most people immediately blame lack of sleep. But dark circles can be caused by much more than burning the candle at both ends.Allergies.Sun exposure.Frequent … Continue reading →

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Memory Problems Don’t Start In The Brain…They Often Start On The Plate.

Posted on June 22, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

If I gave you a pill that could help protect your memory, improve focus, and support brain health as you age, would you take it? Most people would say yes. But what if I told you that some of the … Continue reading →

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Stop Buying Shoes That Hurt!

Posted on June 21, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Have you ever bought shoes and then found later that they appear quite tight…and despite everything the salesperson had told you about how the shoes will ‘expand’, it’s just not happening? (Side note – If they don’t fit in the … Continue reading →

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Love Should Not Be Blind!

Posted on June 20, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Today is World Sickle Cell Day. To commemorate this, I share an earlier post I had made on Sickle Cell Disease. Enjoy…. Did you enjoy reading Mills and Boon and all about falling in love in those good old days? … Continue reading →

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How Soon Is Too Soon For Baby Number 2?

Posted on June 19, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Did you know that getting pregnant too soon after a baby can increase the risk of premature birth and low birth weight? Many parents focus on ‘when they want another child’, but few consider whether the mother’s body has had … Continue reading →

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“Your Heart Knows How Many Energy Drinks You Had This Week…Even If You Don’t!

Posted on June 19, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

I haven’t slept for 3 days, but this energy drink will help me finish the job. Will it? Maybe. But your body is keeping score. Most people think energy drinks and coffee simply help them stay awake. What many don’t … Continue reading →

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That Painful Finger Boil May Not Be A Boil. It Could Be Herpes!

Posted on June 17, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Doctor, I have a painful blister around my fingernail. Is it just a boil? Not always. Sometimes that swollen, throbbing finger isn’t caused by bacteria at all – it may be caused by the same virus responsible for cold sores … Continue reading →

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