Though the HPV vaccine prevents cancer, doctors hesitate to suggest that preteens get vaccinated at routine visits, a study finds. Or they’re offering it for teens they think are sexually active.
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‘Sesame Street’ Introduces A New Muppet Character With Autism
Little Julia stars in the digital storybook called “We’re Amazing, 1,2,3.”
American Women Who Were Anti-Suffragettes
Who were the women who worked against voting rights for women in the early 20th century? Some were involved in community and charity — but not electoral politics.
WikiLeaks Releases Documents Purportedly From CIA Director’s Personal Email
The documents contain an application that John Brennan purportedly filled out to gain security clearance. In another document, Brennan appears to encourage a new president to restore ties with Iran.
After Netanyahu’s Holocaust Remark, Germany Cites Its Own ‘Break With Civilization’
“This is taught in German schools for good reason. It must never be forgotten,” German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s spokesman says after Israel’s leader claimed a Palestinian influenced Adolf Hitler.
Rescued By Russia: Many Are Promised, Few Are Saved
If you’re a floundering leader and Russia says it’s coming to save you, that may be a sign it’s already too late.
It’s Nepal’s Biggest Holiday And Goats Are Not Happy About It
The festival of Dashain brings thousands of goats to Kathmandu — for dinner, sacrificed to honor a Hindu goddess. Despite current unrest and post-earthquake trauma, the holiday will go on.
Chemicals In Sunscreen Are Harming Coral Reefs, Says New Study
Researchers found that the oxybenzone in just a single drop of sunscreen can wreak havoc on fragile coral reef systems. Reefs all over the world are at risk.
OK, When Am I Supposed To Get A Mammogram?
The four major advice-givers can’t agree on when to start or how long to continue. That leaves women understandably confused. And that doesn’t make it easy to decide.
As Schools Buy More Local Food, Kids Throw Less Food In The Trash
Kids in America’s schools are eating more local food, although it makes up only a small part of the average meal. Advocates say local food doesn’t have to cost more, but buying it does take more time.