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What's a Birth Caul, and Why Are People Superstitious About it?
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When a baby is born with a piece of the amniotic sac still attached to its head or face, it's seen as a sign of good luck in many cultures.
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Coughs, Colds, Flu, and Allergies
Learn about traditional Chinese medicine for coughs, colds, flu, and allergies. This article has detailed information on Chinese patent medicines.
Does male circumcision up the risk of male-to-female HIV transmission?
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The giddiness over studies showing that circumcision reduces a man's risk of contracting AIDS from an infected woman has died down a bit in the wake of subsequent research. It appears that a woman's risk of contracting AIDS from an infected man may be greater if he's circumcised.
What does it take to eradicate a disease?
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It can be difficult to eradicate disease -- it has only been accomplished once. Take a look at what has to happen to eradicate disease at HowStuffWorks.
How Long Would You Have Survived in Ancient Rome?
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Almost 2,000 years ago, Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca the Younger proclaimed, "nil desperandum," meaning, "never despair." After a few days in Ancient Rome, however, most would probably find this easier said than done. So, would you despair or thrive in this dark time?
The Most Dangerous Insect (and 13 Others to Avoid)
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When you think of the most dangerous creatures on Earth, you might picture big animals like sharks or lions, but the insect world is filled with tiny critters capable of causing serious harm. The most dangerous insect can kill by spreading deadly diseases, and others achieve the same end with toxic venom.
17th-century Plague Doctors Were the Stuff of Nightmares
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HowStuffWorks takes the creepy masks off the 17th century plague doctors.
The Most Dangerous Animal in Africa Isn't the Largest
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Africa is home to some of the most dangerous animals on the planet, and many of them pose a real threat to humans. With that said, the most dangerous animal in Africa may surprise you.
Which Medical Services Are Overused and Underused?
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Why are some medical services overused and others underused? HowStuffWorks Now investigates.
10 Dramatic Acts of Human Kindness
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Acts of kindness may not get as much air time as tragedy, but they still exist. Read about 10 acts of human kindness.