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The 1918 Spanish Flu Killed Millions — and Experts Fear It Could Happen Again
HowStuffWorks finds out about the history and lessons of the Spanish flu pandemic, 100 years later.
Nothing to Sneeze at: Allergies May Affect the Brain
Seasonal allergies are a huge hassle, but the sneezing and watery eyes are only part of the story of how the body reacts to them.
5 Futurist Predictions in the World of Health
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Predictions in the world of health can be all over the place. However, these five futurist predictions have some educated guesses on the future of health.
15 French-Speaking Countries in Africa, Europe, and the Americas
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More than 300 million people around the world speak French, making it one of the most widely spoken languages on the planet. This global language has spread far beyond France, thanks to centuries of French colonialism, cultural exchange and diplomacy.
Ghostly White Squirrels Haunt a Town in Transylvania County, North Carolina
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Leucistic squirrels are rare, but Brevard, North Carolina has a thriving population.
How Famine Works
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Famine might bring to mind historical tragedies or modern media coverage of tiny children with swollen bellies. But how does the unimaginable -- a widespread loss of food -- actually happen?
Bison Embrace Democracy, Often Following Female Leaders
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European bison make decisions by popular vote, a new study finds. Learn more in this HowStuffWorksNow article.
Digital Hoarding Could Be Harmful to Your Mental Health
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HowStuffWorks looks at the concept of digital hoarding and how it compares with other forms of hoarding.
Why Is the Tropic of Cancer Important?
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You've probably heard of the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, but do you know the difference?
Does everyone have claustrophobia?
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Claustrophobia is the term for fear of enclosed spaces -- it's physical and psychological. Read about claustrophobia and some common claustrophobic symptoms.