Family Dollar Is Closing 390 Stores
Family Dollar will close 390 stores this year — one of many big changes the discount retailer hopes will help reverse its fortunes. The chain …
Health
Another study finds no link between autism and measles, mumps and rubella vaccine
The measles, mumps and rubella vaccine does not increase the risk of autism and does not trigger autism in children who are at risk, according …
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Selma Blair Opens Up About Her MS Diagnosis
In October 2018, actress Selma Blair revealed she had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, or MS, and she’s recently opened up about her life with …
Strokes Can Happen At Any Age
The death of Luke Perry, after the actor suffered what his publicist said was a massive stroke, is evidence that the disease can affect people …
Girl Scout Cookies: Here’s How Many Calories Are In Your Favorites
We hate to be the bearers of bad news, but did you know the serving size for most Girl Scout cookies is just two cookies …
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Hyundai and Kia Recall 625,000 SUVs and Minivans
Hyundai and Kia, which are owned by the same corporation, recently recalled about 625,000 SUVs and minivans. If you own a Hyundai or Kia, check …
This Video Shows A Basketball Player’s Shoe Exploding In The Middle Of A Play
Duke University freshman Zion Williamson was just moments into his team’s nationally-televised game against North Carolina on Feb. 20 when he tried to make a …
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This Girl Is Fighting A Brain Tumor And Is Asking For Messages From Dogs
A sweet and simple request is coming from a terminally ill little girl living in Wisconsin: She would love a letter from your dog. Emma …
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You can now buy rice made from chickpeas
The chickpea is a wonderful little legume. They’re so incredibly versatile. As such, they’ve become a pantry staple. I wouldn’t be surprised if you have …
You can now buy St. Patrick’s Day-themed running shoes
If your favorite part about St. Patrick’s Day is decking yourself out in everything green, boy oh boy, do we have something for you! Following …
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Selma Blair Opens Up About The Relief She Felt After Getting Her MS Diagnosis
Selma Blair opened up about her battle with multiple sclerosis in her first ever television interview and described the moment she learned of her diagnosis. …
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Green beans and butternut squash sold at Walmart is being recalled for listeria risk
If you’ve purchased bagged green beans or butternut squash recently, you might want to hold off on eating it. The food distribution company Southern Specialties shipped …
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Over 400,000 Boxes Of Organic Kids’ Cereal Recalled
If you’re a parent of a child with a wheat allergy, celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, you’ll want to pay close attention to the following …
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New study: Children of smokers have nicotine on their hands
According to a new study about thirdhand smoke (THS), indoor smoking bans can only offer limited protection to young children who live with a smoker, …
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You can now do yoga and camp with adorable alpacas at this farm
If you’ve been thinking goat yoga is so 2018, you’re right. While baby goats are definitely cute, we’re ready for something else to spice up …
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Boston Market Frozen Meals Are Being Recalled For Potentially Containing Glass
If you recently bought some frozen meals from Boston Market and they’re still in your freezer, you might want to pull them out and look …
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These easy shrimp zucchini boats are flavorful and garlicky
Not only are these shrimp-filled zucchini boats easy to make for lunch or dinner, but they’re also a great low-carb alternative to pasta, tacos or …
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7 ways to incorporate avocado into your breakfast you haven’t thought of yet
The avocado is a nutritious superfood that fits into a variety of meals — including breakfast. Start your day off right with these seven delicious ways to …
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The Raw Turkey Salmonella Outbreak Is Expanding, According to the CDC
Sixty-three more people have been infected with salmonella linked to raw turkey products in an outbreak that began in November 2017, the U.S. Centers for Disease …
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This Woman Is Making Dresses to Hide Girls’ Insulin Pumps
How’s this for a career change? A former police officer is making headlines as a seamstress — for kids with type 1 diabetes. Because diabetes …
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Samsung settles the class-action lawsuit over ‘exploding’ washing machines—here’s how to file a claim
In late 2016, Samsung recalled 2.8 million high-efficiency top-loading washing machines due to a problem with the top detaching, breaking apart or exploding during the …
Drinking 2 or more diet sodas a day has been linked to a high risk of stroke and heart attacks
More bad news for diet soda lovers: Drinking two or more of any kind of artificially sweetened drinks a day is linked to an increased …
The flu is causing more deaths than expected this year
Although this year’s flu season is considered mild in terms of severity, it has caused more deaths than expected. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) …
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Marlboro’s parent company wants to stop making cigarettes
Philip Morris International (PMI), the parent company for Marlboro and other brands, wants to stop manufacturing cigarettes. However, the company isn’t planning to get out …
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How your gut health affects your overall health
If you’re like many of us today, you’ve likely tried a number of methods in order to improve your overall health. Perhaps you’ve been watching …
This medical center offers a cooling cap that prevents hair loss from chemotherapy
One of the most difficult side effects of chemotherapy for many breast cancer patients is hair loss. In the United States, about one in eight …
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Here’s What New Research Into Hangovers Found About Which Beverage You Drink First
European researchers have bad news for the 76 percent of Americans who experience hangovers after a drinking session: Try as you may to change up …
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This teenager taught himself to play the piano with 4 fingers and 2 prosthetic legs
At a young age, Darrius Simmons fell in love with the piano. As he watched others play, he was amazed by the joy the piano …
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Half Of Children With A Mental Health Condition Don’t Get Treatment, according to new research
Half of children with a mental health condition in the United States go without treatment, according to a study published Feb. 11 in the journal …
Study confirms: Eating ‘ultraprocessed’ foods may increase your risk of an early death
The quick and easy noshes you love are chipping away at your mortality one nibble at a time, according to new research from France: We …
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Fisher-Price is recalling Barbie Dream Campers
Fisher-Price has issued a recall for the Children’s Power Wheels Barbie Dream Campers. The wheels can continue to run after the foot pedal is released, …
This Orlando Attraction Has Become the First Autism-Certified Water Park In The World
There’s an exciting new attraction in Orlando, but it’s not notable for having the most exhilarating rides or over-the-top snacks. In fact, this fun-filled water …
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DeWalt Is Recalling These Drill Models For Potential Shock Risk
DeWalt is recalling two models of drills that could have a wiring issue that causes them to shock consumers. The company initially announced an independent …
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A man saved a woman’s life using the CPR lesson from ‘The Office’
If you’re a fan of “The Office,” chances are you remember the ridiculous scene in which Michael Scott and his co-workers are in the middle …
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Here’s What Happens If You Hold Your Pee Too Long
A lot of thoughts run through your mind when you’ve really got to pee: Cursing the limitations of indoor plumbing design. Questioning the life choices …
Henry Winkler draws on his own experiences with dyslexia in children’s book series
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Susan Lucci opens up about her recent health scare
With her Mediterranean diet and exercise routine, Susan Lucci looks the picture of health at 72. But the legendary soap star now says she wasn’t …
This small robot will banish germs from your hotel bed
The more I travel, the more I realize that germs are lurking around every corner. And now, after years of travel under my belt, I’m that person …
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Willie Nelson is selling hemp-infused coffee
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Is eating moldy food really that bad for you?
It happens to the best of us: devouring that perfect sandwich before realizing, in terror, that it’s spotted with mold. Should you pack a bag and head …
What you need to know about measles as it spreads across the country
Measles, the highly contagious and previously eliminated viral illness, has been spreading in communities across the United States in recent weeks, with Washington declaring a …
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Your teen probably isn’t getting enough sleep or exercising enough — here’s what you can do to help
If you have teenagers, you probably won’t be surprised to hear that a study published Feb. 4 in the journal JAMA Pediatrics found that only …
We’re looking for the best spring break destinations—What’s your ideal getaway?
In the midst of this brutal winter that most of the country is experiencing, it’s hard to believe that spring will be here before we know …
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Hawaii is considering a bill that bans cigarette sales to anyone under 100
“The legislature finds that the cigarette is considered the deadliest artifact in human history.” So begins the text of a new bill introduced in Hawaii’s …
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Indiana is weighing a law that would make it illegal to smoke in the car with a child present
Indiana lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it illegal to smoke in your own vehicle if you have a small child with you. …
This ‘Just add water’ base makes it easier than ever to make your own nut milk at home
If you can’t have dairy or are just trying to cut it out, chances are you’ve tried some form of nut milk (almond, cashew, etc.). …
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This woman’s viral post shows how dirty your travel mug lid can get
Caffeine on the go is a glorious thing. But if you like to sip a cup of joe from a travel mug most mornings, you …
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Patton Oswalt and his fans transformed a Twitter troll’s life with an incredible act of kindness
Warning: This story includes social media posts with language that may be considered offensive. Twitter often draws jeers for being a troll-infested dumpster fire, but …
Consumer Reports found ‘Concerning Levels’ of heavy metals in fruit juice—Here’s what you need to know
If you or your kids drink fruit juice, listen up. You may recall that back in 2011, Consumer Reports tested a variety of fruit juices …
Recall of infant ibuprofen sold at CVS, Walmart has been expanded
Last month, Tris Pharma, Inc. voluntarily recalled three lots of their Infants’ Ibuprofen Concentrated Oral Suspension USP (NSAID) 50 mg per 1.25 mL. The recall …
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This Decadent Rocky Road Smoothie Is Actually Good For You
If the thought of making a smoothie for breakfast makes you roll your eyes and see visions of a blender filled with spinach and kale, …
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