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Quitting Smoking: Women and Men May Do it Differently

Quitting smoking is hard to do, and new studies suggest that what works for men may not always work for women, and vice versa.

What You Need to Know about Ebola

With the Ebola situation changing daily, here’s what you need to know to stay safe. What is it? What are the symptoms? How does it spread? Find out here.

Fracking and Your Health

Hydraulic fracturing or “fracking” has boomed in the last few years and is now producing most of the natural gas in the U.S. It is praised as helping the U.S. be more “energy independent” and has lowered the cost of natural gas. But, the controversy is whether it can harm our health, especially for people who live near the drilling sites.

Changing the Women’s “Annual Exam” (Again!): What to Expect

For many women, a yearly trip to the gynecologist is part of their routine, although they may not necessarily look forward to it. Is this annual tradition getting overhauled? What’s going on and what does it mean for you?

Should I Take Vitamin E Supplements?

Many people take vitamins, but it’s important to know what positive and negative effects they can have on our health. This article will focus on vitamin E, which is a powerful antioxidant.