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Author: Leah Berenson

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Little Aoife Flanagan, a 3-year old girl from Rayleigh, England began to complain of stomach pains as well as pains in other areas of her body. Her mother, Eilish Flanagan had taken her daughter to the doctor multiple times but claims that each time her daughter’s stomach pains were written off as constipation.  “I took...

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When you notice a tiny, friendly ladybug sitting on your shoulder – their appearance is thought to herald good fortune. In reality, it might not be a ladybug at all – it could be a tree-dwelling multicolored Asian lady beetle, scientifically known as Harmonia axyridis. The bad news is that these multicolored Asian lady beetles...

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In the last several years, countless natural health remedies have reached their point of internet fame. While these trends are constantly changing and evolving, some of these remedies deserve an extra moment in the spotlight. Recently, you may have seen advertisements for weighted blankets when scrolling through social media. You may have also fantasized or...

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Emma Morano, who turned 117 in November of 2016 and was the only human being born in the 1800s still alive, passed away in April of 2017. She passed quietly in her home in Northern Italy. Her secret to a life spanning three centuries? She loved eating eggs. Over 90 years of eating eggs means...

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Many people have a bucket list of things they want to do and see in their lifetime. Hopes of travel is one of the most common things to find on that list. However, a person could spend their whole lives traveling and still not see everything the world has to offer, including forbidden places to...

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Often, when people hear the word euthanized, they painfully think of animals like dogs and horses. The idea, often causing emotional turmoil for all involved, is difficult to bear. However, less commonly and more recently, the term has been applied to humans as well. Often it may also be called Assisted Suicide or Medical Assistance...

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The lovely Tiaraoluwa Ogunleye from Nigeria was born on September 5, 2015. The child had a congenital defect that caused one of her arms to be shorter than the other, and this unique arm has only three fingers. When she was born, her mother, Adetola Ogunleye, was devastated and scared for her. She was heartbroken...

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Diseases like dementia are incredibly scary, both for the sufferers and the people who love them most. However, knowing the signs of Dementia, early on, can help everyone feel more prepared. More prepared for the uncertainty, emotional turmoil, or confusion. Fortunately, on October 17, 2023, Dr. Richard Restak published his book, How to Prevent Dementia....

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Unwanted skin infections, metal toxicity, and even cancer… Those are just some of the reasons we remain wary of tattoos and their health risks. One thing we can go easier on is temporary tattoos. Kids love them, they’re risk-free, and only last a few days – at least that’s what 7-year-old Madison Gulliver’s father thought....