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U.S. Needs to Have an Ongoing Conversation About Suicide
Suicide is a major challenge to public health in the United States. But like most public health problems, it can be prevented.
How Onesimus, a Slave in Colonial Boston, Helped Stop a Smallpox Epidemic
Onesimus, a slave in Boston, taught the process known as variolation. HowStuffWorks looks at how he saved countless lives.
Regrets, We've Had a Few — But Why?
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Ever had a "woulda, shoulda, coulda" feeling about something? It's called regret. What really triggers this emotion - and can we trust it?
Opossums: So Darn Ugly They're Adorable
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Opossums are some of the most misunderstood animals. HowStuffWorks looks at some cool opossum facts.
What's Considered a Microaggression?
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HowStuffWorks explains what the word 'microaggression' means, what counts as microaggressions, and what the critics say about it.
Can We Get Into Space Without Big Rockets?
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Visionaries have proposed various ways to get into space without using large rockets for propulsion, such as building a space elevator or harnessing magnetic levitation.
How the Lifetime Learning Credit Works
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The lifetime learning credit covers 20 percent of up to $10,000 in tuition and other costs. Learn more about the lifetime learning credit.
Are designer wedding gowns worth the cost?
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Are designer wedding gowns worth the cost? Find out whether or not designer wedding gowns are worth the cost?
The Amygdala: Gatekeeper of Human Fear
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at the amygdala, how it works and whether people can live without one.
Cat Declawing: The Painful Truth
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HowStuffWorks examines the practice of cat declawing, a procedure that causes pain for the animal and is, in most cases, unnecessary.