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body
Is There Any Reason to Use Liquid Soap Instead of Bar Soap?
The more heavily used a bar is, the more microorganisms it holds. But does that really mean it's time to leave bar soaps behind?
Knvul Sheikh
9.27.18
psychology
What It Means if You Struggle to Accept a Compliment
Most people use a few well-practiced strategies for deflection.
Knvul Sheikh
8.2.18
death
You Need a Will Even if You're Young and Healthy
Here's the first step.
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4.3.18
Fighting Words
Do Homeopathic Remedies Really Work?
The FDA is finally getting on board with the idea that homeopathy is a pre-scientific holdover.
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2.27.18
mental health
No Good Comes From Being Spanked as a Kid
“The difference between spanking and abuse is kind of a grey zone."
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12.13.17
immunity
This Is How Scientists Decide What Goes In Your Flu Shot
Your flu shot is one of the world's most educated guesses.
Knvul Sheikh
11.15.17
VICE TONIC
This Is What It's Like to Live With High-Functioning Depression
Sometimes, depression robs you of your best self quietly.
Knvul Sheikh
10.20.17
mental health
This Is What It's Like to Live With High-Functioning Depression
Sometimes, depression robs you of your best self quietly.
Knvul Sheikh
10.16.17
let the dogs out
Dogs Who Live With Smokers Are More Likely to Die Younger
Dogs from smokers' homes showed signs of DNA damage.
Knvul Sheikh
9.26.17
Cancer
A Quarter of Cancer Patients Have Used Medical Marijuana
Where it's legal, at least.
Knvul Sheikh
9.25.17
longevity
Dogs Who Live With Smokers Are More Likely to Die Younger
Dogs from smokers' homes showed signs of DNA damage.
Knvul Sheikh
9.25.17
Topic of Cancer
This Computer Program Detects Cancer Earlier Than Ever—Without Surgery
CancerLocator could be used to pinpoint tumor locations even before symptoms arise, eliminating painful biopsies and increasing patient survival
Knvul Sheikh
4.5.17
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