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How to Identify and Treat Parasites in Humans: A Concise Guide

34 Comments / Skills & Knowledge / By Mary Blandford

Parasites are organisms that rely on other organisms for survival. They may live inside the human body or on the surface of the skin and cause illnesses and other health problems. Find out how to identify and treat common parasites, including lice and pinworms, here.

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How People Stayed Healthy During the Great Depression

9 Comments / Great Depression, Skills & Knowledge / By Lisa Bedford

The Great Depression years were no picnic. My grandmother lived through that era as a child and much of her mindset in later years was due to a childhood spent in near poverty. However, she always had a great attitude toward life and taught me a thing or two about how they stayed healthy during the Great Depression.