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An early or teen pregnancy is tied to cutting risks of breast cancer by 50 percent, a new study finds.

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Are you scared of death? Is this a reasonable response or an irrational emotion? How have you overcome such a fear in the…

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Money does indeed buy happiness, and more money leads to more happiness, according to a study by economic researchers.

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