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Laughter really is contagious — and that’s good
Scientists have yet to definitively find a funny bone, but they are revealing nuances about the laugh impulse.
When looking back helps us move forward, or how nostalgia can be good
More than a dozen studies in recent years have measured the predominantly “positive,” “restorative power” of nostalgia.
For kids, fear of the dark is common. Here are ways to help them.
Reasons for the fear differ and may change. Experts offer some tips for parents to help their kids.
As Pandemic Wears Down Hospital Staff, One Town Offers Groceries to Say Thanks
To help relieve the stress and time strains on employees at a Park City, Utah, hospital, community leaders created a pop-up grocery store, where workers can get complimentary meals and staples to take home.
E-bikes get up to speed in popularity, providing a workout easier on the heart
Their sales have climbed steadily over the past decade — reaching a fever pitch during the pandemic. Supporters also tout the steady physical activity they provide for many.
For couples, sleeping apart actually could have health benefits
If you or your partner have sleeping habits or problems that can interfere with slumbering, experts say both of you might get a better nights rest by trying separate beds or rooms.
Why Your Dentist Might Seem Pushy
Dentists know how to maximize the profits in your mouth. But sometimes it’s outright fraud — to the tune of billions every year.
