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Autism seen as asset, not liability, in some jobs
In some careers, the very traits that are hallmarks of some forms of the disorder are being seen as desirable job skills. Full story
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Senate votes on Medicare in Saturday session
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Autism seen as asset, not liability, in some jobs
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University drops required PE class for obese
Obese students at a historically black college near Philadelphia won't have to take a fitness class to graduate after all.
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Colon cancer deaths could make big drop
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Don't lick your lips and other winter skin savers
The year’s coldest season is full of myths. Talking snowmen? Red-nosed reindeer? Turns out there are also plenty of complexion misconceptions floating around.
