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The Magazine in Your Doctor’s Office Can Make You Sick
The Magazine in Your Doctor’s Office Can Make You Sick
The Magazine in Your Doctor’s Office Can Make You Sick
During a visit to the doctor, we almost always grab a waiting-room magazine to take our mind off what's to come. But health officials say those very periodicals could pose a health risk and actually make people sick, particularly if they're left out for a lengthy period of time and handled by multitudes of people.
Research Reveals Disturbing New Side Effect of Secondhand Smoke
Research Reveals Disturbing New Side Effect of Secondhand Smoke
Research Reveals Disturbing New Side Effect of Secondhand Smoke
Most of us are aware by now that not only is smoking detrimental to the health who do it, but also to everyone in their vicinity, as secondhand smoke has been labeled a culprit in diseases like respiratory infections, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and lung cancer. Oops -- and we almost forgot memory loss.
Can Being Too Fat Actually Be Healthier Than Being Too Thin?
Can Being Too Fat Actually Be Healthier Than Being Too Thin?
Can Being Too Fat Actually Be Healthier Than Being Too Thin?
Much ink has been spilled about studies detailing the health risks associated with being overweight. And while there is no doubt that severe obesity can lead to a litany of medical problems, a new study suggests that moderately overweight people are still pretty healthy. So, what’s the skinny on this phenomenon?
Would You Eat a Fart if It Was Good for Your Health?
Would You Eat a Fart if It Was Good for Your Health?
Would You Eat a Fart if It Was Good for Your Health?
Your inner 12-year-old is about to get a big health boost, because Chinese researchers believe that eating farts could be good for you. Start pulling fingers, because while this seems like 7th Grade lunch table talk, there may be something to it. Besides the smell.

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