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Smiley Faces: Shared Laughter Creates Happier Workers

Oct 30, 2015 07:59AM

Workers that laugh together bond more, heighten creative input and become better problem-solvers.

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Eco-CEO: Pay Tied to Sustainability

Oct 30, 2015 07:59AM

One in four of the 613 largest publicly traded companies now tie achieving environmental objectives to executive pay.

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Green Thanksgiving: A Soulful Celebration of Body, Mind and Spirit

Oct 30, 2015 07:59AM

We can make the holidays even more joyful with choices that celebrate life, from local foods and vegetarian options to Native American prayers.

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Invest Wisely: Support the Pivotal Paris Climate Change Conference

Oct 30, 2015 07:59AM

Organizations are spearheading events surrounding the United Nations Climate Change Conference and encouraging investment in alternative energy companies

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Red/Purple Produce is Best for Our Weight and Heart: Choose This Color for Robust Benefits

Sep 30, 2015 07:25AM

We know that virtually all veggies and fruit are good for us, but a recent European study found that red and purple choices have certain robust benefits.

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U.S. Kids Not Drinking Enough Liquids: Children in America are Dehydrated

Sep 30, 2015 07:25AM

More than half of U.S. kids ages 6 to 19 are insufficiently hydrated.

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Brain-Lymphatic Discovery May Hasten Science: Neurological Connection to Immune System

Sep 30, 2015 07:25AM

Scientists have found a set of lymphatic vessels that directly connect the brain to the immune system, opening new dimensions in disease research.

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Colon Cancer Linked to Gut Bacteria: Study Finds Connection

Sep 30, 2015 07:25AM

Two nasty strains of gut bacteria significantly increase the chances of getting colon cancer, University of Minnesota scientists have found.

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Non-Natural Painkillers Double Depression Risk: Opioids Affect Mental Health

Sep 30, 2015 07:25AM

Large doses of opioid medication significantly increase the danger of depression, a Veterans Administration study has found.

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Music and Audio Books Help Kids Move Past Pain: Soothing Sounds

Sep 30, 2015 07:25AM

After major surgery, children that listened to their favorite music or an audio book felt significantly less pain.

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