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Vol. 18, Issue 52 | June 29, 2017
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Food poisoning: Prevention
You've got charcoal for the grill, but at what temperature should you cook meat? And how do you defrost foods safely? Here's how to make your cookout a healthy one.
 
 
Sunburn: Self-management  
Sunny days aren't the only times when you should worry about getting burned — you're at risk on cloudy days, too. And certain medications can make your skin more sensitive. Keep these tips in mind.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Silicone breast implants: What happens if they rupture?
You may have breast pain if your silicone breast implant breaks. Find out if more serious conditions may also result.
Hygiene hypothesis: Early germ exposure prevents asthma?
Learn why kids who grow up in rural areas, around animals and in larger families seem to develop asthma less often than other children.
MRI: Is gadolinium safe for people with kidney problems?
Certain contrast agents used for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans may pose a risk if you have severe kidney failure.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Grand mal seizure
Psoriasis and intimacy
Lung cancer
Recipes that serve 8
 
 
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HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Red, white and blue parfait
Strawberry shortcake
Beet burgers
 
HEALTH TIP
 
First-aid kits: Just in case
A well-stocked first-aid kit can help you respond effectively to common injuries and emergencies. Keep at least one first-aid kit in your home and one in your car. Store your kits in easy-to-retrieve locations, out of reach of young children. Make sure children old enough to understand the purpose of the kits know where they're stored. You can buy first-aid kits at many drugstores or assemble your own. Check your first-aid kits at least every three months to be sure the flashlight batteries work and to replace supplies that have expired.
 
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