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The Anti-Vaccine Movement: A Brief History

A few days ago, we wrote about the U.S. whooping cough outbreak -- which is the worst in 50 years. Pertussis can prove deadly to infants and toddlers, but healthy adults aren't likely to succumb to this illness. (However, it's still a good idea to get a booster shot! Details here.) Whooping coug ... More >>

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Show Me the Bunny

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The Fear

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Future Shock

Sci-fi Novelist Samuel R. Delany Imagines New York City Circa 3000