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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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Why Does Your Arm Hurt After You Get a Flu Shot?

If you’ve ever received a flu shot, you may have noticed that your upper arm is sore for a day or two afterward. Here’s why.

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Recall Alert: Nestlé Cookie Dough May Contain Bits of Rubber

Some of Nestlé's most popular items, like the tubs and logs of its Toll House chocolate chip cookie dough, have been recalled after rubber pieces were detected.

The Best Way to Get Your Stuck Tongue Out of a Bottle

Kids who find their tongues stuck in juice bottles can experience pain, swelling, or possibly airway obstruction. A technique used to uncork wine bottles could help.

Oxford University’s Student Union Is Replacing Clapping With Jazz Hands

Noiseless, trigger-less jazz hands are the British Sign Language’s official expression for applause.

John Green Is Donating $6.5 Million to Sierra Leone's Healthcare System—And You Can Help

One in every 17 Sierra Leonean women dies during pregnancy or childbirth. John Green wants to change that.

9 Surprising Facts About the Scientific Study of Sex

The scientific study of sex is much more exciting than an awkward sex ed class. Even if it means learning the truth about how many calories you actually burn when things get hot and heavy.

Airplane Water Quality Is Even Worse Than Previously Believed

A study of 11 major and 12 regional airlines found that airplane water quality is getting harder to swallow.

Why Do You Stop Feeling Tired As Soon As You Climb Into Bed?

Do you feel tired everywhere but your own bed at home? The culprit may be a phenomenon known as conditioned arousal.

The Best Sleeping Position, According to Experts

Whether you're pregnant, suffer from sleep apnea, or experience back and neck pain, experts agree that sleeping on your side will have the most positive effects on your body.

Vegan Disney World Guests Now Have 400 New Menu Items to Choose From

Starting this month, it will be a lot easier to find vegan menu options at the food stands and restaurants at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

10 Facts You Should Know About Epilepsy

There are different types of epileptic seizures that come with different epilepsy symptoms. Here are some more facts about this neurological condition.

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