Motorcycle helmet laws save lives and prevent many severe injuries, according to a new head-to-head study comparing two states. North Carolina mandates helmets for all…
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Birds on a remote Australian island are so full of plastic they crunch, British researchers report. They found plastic in the bellies of chicks less…
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Men are much more likely than women to die early from the world’s 20 leading health problems, a new global study shows. Sickness and death…
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It’s a common notion that overuse of smartphones, tablets, laptops and other digital devices is rotting people’s minds. But the opposite appears to be true…
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Spring break is a time to relax and enjoy a respite from the daily grind. But whether you’re flying, driving or taking a cruise, it’s…
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There’s nothing like the feeling of years of hard work paying off — when you can finally transition to a life of non-work activities, whether…
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Each hour a person spends squinting into a smartphone or staring at a screen increases their risk of nearsightedness, a new evidence review suggests. Every…
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Many major maladies have been linked to disturbed slumber caused by sleep apnea, high blood pressure, heart problems and diabetes. Add car wrecks to that…
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A broken home seems to set a ticking time bomb in the brains of some children of divorce. Seniors have a 61% higher risk of…
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Retirement is meant to be a person’s chance to take it easy and enjoy life. But for many, it’s a quick route to depression and…
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Traffic, delays, disruptions due to storms or wildfires, and other surprises may be part of your next business or pleasure trip. In short: Travel is…
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Kids with autism who speak more than one language tend to have fewer symptoms from their disorder. Being multilingual not only enhances their general cognitive…
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