Health
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The Unbearable Vagueness of Medical ‘Professionalism’
Since its inception, this murky term has straddled the dual role of disciplining and inspiring.
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Learn to Bake in 5 Easy Recipes
The poet Emily Dickinson was an avid baker, and, on the back of a recipe card for coconut cake, she…
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At Stock Market Bar Night, Buy Low and Drink Up
In London, “competitive socializing” transforms pubs into stock exchanges, golf courses and cricket fields for those looking for more elaborate…
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When Medicaid Comes After the Family Home
Federal law requires states to seek reimbursement from the assets, usually homes, of people who died after receiving benefits for…
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Dune: The Popcorn Bucket’ Has a Surprise Ending
What’s in the $24.99 tub, exactly? Lindsay Moyer, a nutritionist, reviews the contents of the movie-snack “vessel.”
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Teen Pregnancy Linked to Risk of Earlier Death in Adulthood, Study Finds
A large analysis in Canada finds that teenagers who had babies were twice as likely to die before age 31.
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Hello, Halloumi
A new recipe from Hetty Lui McKinnon combines salty halloumi cheese, jarred marinara and harissa for a fantastically easy five-ingredient…
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A Blood Test Shows Promise for Early Colon Cancer Detection
Many patients are reluctant to undergo colonoscopies or conduct at-home fecal tests. Doctors see potential in another screening method.
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How Will I Know if My Braise Is Ready?
In the second installment of Ask Kenji, the cookbook author Kenji López-Alt tackles tough questions about tender meat.
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A Weeknight Skillet Chicken Dinner, Rich With Greens
This forgiving and adaptable weeknight dinner stars tender chicken thighs, braising greens and whole garlic cloves.
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