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The Reason Doctors Have Such Sloppy Handwriting

It seems like detail-oriented people would have good handwriting, but doctors don’t always have the time to spend on it.

The Unkindest Cut: The Chainsaw Was Invented to Assist With Difficult Childbirths

The serrated-chain blade we associate with striking down trees was originally invented to slice through pelvic bone during deliveries.

This Copper-Infused Weighted Blanket Is Eco-Friendly and Hypoallergenic

Not only can this weighted blanket help soothe anxiety, but it’s naturally resistant to mites, bacteria, and other unwanted microscopic pests.

Break In New Shoes With This Ingenious Hack

You won’t need any fancy equipment for this easy way to stretch new shoes and keep your feet blister-free.

The Story of Ralstonism, One of History's More Bizarre Health Movements

At the turn of the last century, author Webster Edgerly advised readers to achieve optimal wellness by never walking in a straight line and never marrying a woman less than 20 years their junior.

Museum of Hangovers Opens in Croatia, Just in Time for New Year’s Eve

Sometimes, the best hangover cure is realizing that your pounding headache is nothing compared to waking up with only one eye.

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The Reason Why Airplanes Make You Gassy and How to Prevent It

Being an airplane passenger can mean feeling a bit pressurized even after stepping off. Here's why and here's what you can do to lessen the symptoms.

Sloped Toilet Seats Are Here to Boost Your Productivity and Break Your Spirit

In an effort to boost workplace productivity, an English toilet manufacturer designed a commode that's unbearable to sit on after five minutes.

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Pet Store Puppies Are Making Humans Sick, Says CDC

Thirty people have contracted a drug-resistant strain of infectious bacteria, and the CDC says that contact with pet store puppies was likely the source.

When Pokémon Sent Hundreds of Viewers to the Hospital

In 1997, an episode of the 'Pokémon' animated series used a strobe-light effect during a battle sequence. Hundreds of viewers in Japan suffered seizures and other symptoms. More than two decades later, no one is exactly sure why.

These Microwavable Plush Animals Are a Charming Way to Keep Warm and Help Reduce Stress

Make sure you stay warm and keep your stress in check this winter with these heated plush toy elephants, bears, and sloths.

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An Alaska Dentist Is Being Prosecuted for Riding a Hoverboard During a Tooth Extraction

Granted, he’s not the best dentist—but does riding a hoverboard during dentistry qualify as a crime?

U.S. Postal Service Issues 'Healing' Stamp to Help Americans Struggling With PTSD

The United States Postal Service's new 'Healing PTSD' stamp sells for 65 cents, 10 cents over a regularly-priced stamp. The proceeds will go toward funding assistance for those afflicted with post-traumatic stress disorder.

'Secret Santa' Causes Millennial Anxiety, Report Finds

The traditional gift-giving exchange known as Secret Santa can result in social shaming and overspending, according to a new survey.

Can Weighted Blankets Really Reduce Stress and Anxiety, or Are Those Claims a Bunch of Fluff?

Weighted blankets users swear by these coverings' comfort and anxiety-reducing qualities ... but some experts say the science behind their touted health benefits is still pretty light.

Romaine Lettuce Recalled After Another National E. Coli Outbreak

The romaine lettuce recall is specific to products grown in Salinas, California, with 67 E. coli cases reported so far.

Prepared Salads Sold at Target, Walmart, and Aldi Have Been Recalled Over E. Coli Concerns

The affected salad bowls, all of which contain meat or poultry, were recalled after some lettuce tested positive for E. coli.

Move Over Dogs, Goats, and Peacocks: Llamas Are the Hot New Therapy Animal

Therapy llamas are spreading holiday cheer, alleviating stress, and lowering blood pressure from Oregon to Texas and beyond.

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Nike Is Releasing a Durable Slip-On Sneaker Designed for Medical Professionals

Shoe designers worked with the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital staff to develop a comfortable, sturdy “clog made athletic.”

9 Facts About Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is defined by daytime drowsiness, and in some cases, sleep paralysis, hallucinations, and the sudden loss of muscle control. Here are more facts about this often-misunderstood disorder.

The Reason You Should Never Rinse a Turkey

Rinsing raw poultry is the worst turkey sin people commit at Thanksgiving. Here's what you should really do to minimize your salmonella risk.

Running Just Once a Week Is Linked to a 27 Percent Drop in Risk of Early Death

Researchers crunched the numbers on previous running studies to find that even light joggers may reap these benefits.

Veterans Can Now Access Their Health Records Through Apple’s Health App

Now, the Veterans Health Administration’s 9 million patients can view all health records through Apple’s Health app.

A Handful of Lucky College Students Live With Senior Citizens in This Minnesota Mansion

Students volunteer their time in exchange for deeply discounted rent and the chance to live in a mansion.

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