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Blue light has a dark side

Light at night is bad for your health, and exposure to blue light emitted by electronics and energy-efficient lightbulbs may be especially so.

By the way, doctor: Is palm oil good for you?

I was surprised to see an ad in one of my cooking magazines promoting palm oil as a healthy fat. I thought it was supposed to be really bad for you. What's the story?

Ever read your medical record? Here's why you should

When you have a medical appointment, your health provider writes notes on the visit that are available to you. It's a good idea to read these - though you may be surprised or confused by some of the language - and to check in if you have questions or need to make important corrections.

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