The H1N1 flu, or swine flu, continues to cause illness, hospitalizations and deaths worldwide. The virus was first detected in humans in the United States in April. Since then, the virus continues to ...

The spread of the H1N1 flu, the "swine flu," is thought to spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing. Health officials encourage you to wash your hands often with soap and warm water.

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Should you keep the toilet seat lid up or down is a surprisingly common question in many households, especially where bathrooms are shared by families or roommates. It may seem like a small and ...

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