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Stories by Coco Ballantyne
Veterinarians Unleash Probiotics to Ease Doggie Discomfort
A growing number of veterinarians are prescribing supplements of friendly bacteria for dogs, but is there enough scientific evidence to justify it?
What is Morgellons Disease? Is it a physical or psychological condition?
Patients are tormented by creeping, crawling sensations in their skin, but docs say there is no evidence of bugs or parasites
How do marine mammals avoid freezing to death?
Humans would never last in the ice-cold waters these creatures call home, but they have special adaptations to battle the elements
Does Waterboarding Have Long-term Physical Effects?
It seems pretty obvious that waterboarding can cause emotional trauma, but does it threaten a person’s physical health?
5 Ways to Protect Yourself (and Others) from Swine Flu
Swine flu has yet to escalate into a global pandemic, but here's what to do if it does