Special Reports

Today's a new day. It's your day. You shape it. Don't let it be shaped by someone else's ignorance or fear - Steve Maraboli

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AEDs - The Truth and the Fiction

AEDs - The Truth and the Fiction

Few innovations have had such immediate and sweeping popularity as Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs). However, there is no centralized registry to collect data on the use and effectiveness of AEDs.

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Genetically Modified Food: The Benefits and Risks

Genetically Modified Food: The Benefits and Risks

GM Foods seem to be in the best position to address the world's food shortages but the long-term benefits and adverse effects remain speculative. Don't you want to know what's in your food?

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Suicide: Do You Know What to Look For?

Suicide: Do You Know What to Look For?

Despite the widespread use of antidepressants, the worldwide rate of suicide has not changed, which reinforces the importance of recognizing who's at risk. You may save a life - HWN

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HPV - The Cancer Virus

HPV - The Cancer Virus

In the 70's, HPV received a great deal of media attention when Harald zur Hausen first postulated its ability to cause cervical cancer. Now, who gets the HPV vaccine has become the overriding issue, especially if its your kid!

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Partner with Your Physician

Partner with Your Physician

Getting married is easy, finding a good doctor isn't. Learn the strategies on how to find and keep one. No guarantees, but your life will probably be healthier!

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Medical Marijuana: The Debate Rages On

Medical Marijuana: The Debate Rages On

Some countries have legalized the therapeutic use of marijuana under strict prescription control. So why not the United States?

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Gene Testing OnLine – Do You Really Want to Know?

Gene Testing OnLine – Do You Really Want to Know?

Genetic testing is emerging as a new trend in personal healthcare, where people can order the test online, know about their propensity for various diseases, and prepare for disease prevention. Then, again, maybe you don't want to know!

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Mobile Phone Use and Cancer: Searching for Answers

Mobile Phone Use and Cancer: Searching for Answers

It is perhaps the most controversial scientific question of the last two decades. Does mobile phone use cause cancer?