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Cancer and Tobacco

Tobacco use is a leading cause of preventable disease and death in the U.S., responsible for nearly 1 in 5 cancer diagnoses. All forms of tobacco—cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco, and snuff—contain dangerous toxins and highly addictive nicotine. Understanding the risks can help you make informed choices about your health. Key Facts About Tobacco Use Tobacco in all forms carries devastating health risks—not just for users but for everyone exposed.

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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Papaya Regularly

Papaya is more than a delicious tropical fruit—it’s a nutritional powerhouse with wide-ranging health benefits. In addition to being fat-free, papaya is packed with vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and enzymes that support overall wellness. Eating papaya regularly can improve digestion (thanks to papain and fiber), boost immunity (with nearly a full day’s vitamin C in one cup), support healthy vision (from lutein, zeaxanthin, and lycopene), help manage blood sugar, and even

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Breaking the Cycle: How Bullying Leads to Mental Health Struggles

Bullying is more than hurt feelings—it can have devastating and lasting effects on both those who are bullied and those who bully others. Victims of bullying may experience physical injuries, emotional distress, depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties, self-harm, lower academic achievement, and even dropping out of school. At the same time, youth who engage in bullying are at higher risk of substance misuse, poor academic outcomes, and exposure to violence in

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This Dopamine Hack Could Be the Key to Unlocking Your Motivation, Experts Say

Have you ever caught yourself procrastinating on simple, everyday tasks—like folding laundry, paying bills, or tidying your room—only to realize that the dread of starting feels heavier than the task itself? For many people, finding motivation for repetitive or mundane activities is one of the biggest barriers to productivity. Enter dopamine anchoring, a technique that’s been blowing up on TikTok and productivity circles. The concept is simple yet powerful: pair

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