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Pediatricians are more likely to ask families about smoke alarm safety than gun safety, study says

That’s according to a new study published Monday in JAMA Pediatrics. The study found that pediatricians and pediatric residents were less likely to ask their patients about gun storage safety than smoke alarm safety — indicating an overall hesitation in bringing up gun safety with their patients. A team of doctors and researchers analyzed health… Read More: Pediatricians are more likely to ask families about smoke alarm… »

Afghan woman politician sees Taliban talks as only hope for future

KABUL – Afghan women have no choice but to hope the Taliban respect their rights for the sake of peace, said Fauzia Kofi, the first woman to lead a political party in Afghanistan. During their rule from 1996 to 2001, the Taliban imposed a medieval interpretation of Islam on Afghanistan, the question now is how… Read More: Afghan woman politician sees Taliban talks as only hope for… »

How to keep your garden green during drought

Strict water restrictions are beginning to be implemented in states around Australia. Although not all states are yet to be impacted, we should all conserve water wherever we can over the coming months. Narelle Peart from Scotts Australia said that when we enter a drought, people tend to think they won’t be able to look… Read More: How to keep your garden green during drought »

LDL Cholesterol Needed For Gaining More Muscle Mass

Low-density lipoprotein, usually referred to as LDL cholesterol, the so called “bad cholesterol”, might not be so bad after all, in particular with individuals who exercise. Researchers reveal that LDL cholesterol isn’t as bad as it’s been made out to be and that new attitudes should be put into practice regarding the substance. The researchers… Read More: LDL Cholesterol Needed For Gaining More Muscle Mass »