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Kids with pets grow up to be snorers

August 22, 2008 | User rating: not shown ( 3 vote(s) ) | No comments yet

A predisposition to adult snoring can be established very early in life. Research published today in BioMed Central's open access journal Respiratory Research describes possible childhood risk factors, including exposure ...


Men defy stereotypes in defining masculinity

August 26, 2008 | User rating: 4.2 / 5 after 6 vote(s) | User comments: 1

Contrary to stereotypes about sexual performance and masculinity, men interviewed in a large international study reported that being seen as honorable, self-reliant and respected was more important to their ...


Indonesia's 'Tree Man' goes home after wart surgery

August 25, 2008 | User rating: 4 / 5 after 9 vote(s) | User comments: 3

An Indonesian villager dubbed "Tree Man" for massive bark-like warts on his body returned home Monday after doctors removed six kilograms (13.2 pounds) of the growths.


Extra pounds mean insurance fees for Ala. workers

August 22, 2008 | User rating: not shown ( 4 vote(s) ) | User comments: 2

(AP) -- Alabama, pushed to second in national obesity rankings by deep-fried Southern favorites, is cracking down on state workers who are too fat.