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**60-Second Health**

Scientific American reporter Dina Fine Maron gives a weekly one-minute report on the latest health and medical news

Latest Episodes:

Drownings Kill 140,000 Kids Annually Nov 25, 2014

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The World Health Organization issues a new report on the neglected public health issue of drowning

Steamy Smooches Share Batches of Bacteria Nov 20, 2014

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A 10-second makeout session can also transfer some 80 million oral bacteria. Dina Fine Maron reports

Snake DNA Left in Bite ID's Serpent Assailant Nov 12, 2014

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A first-of-its-kind study finds it’s possible to analyze snake DNA left in a bite victim’s wound to identify the species—and thus the correct antivenom. Dina Fine Maron reports

Plan Now for Future Ebola Outbreaks Oct 31, 2014

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Diagnostics, vaccines and new drugs could vastly improve the way future Ebola outbreaks manifest in Africa, according to emerging infectious disease expert Jeremy Farrar. Steve Mirsky reports

Ebola Efforts Helped by Flu Shots Oct 24, 2014

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Should Ebola continue to crop up in the U.S., having fewer people coming to emergency rooms with the similar symptoms of flu will help the public health system respond. Steve Mirsky reports

Kids Who Exercise Don’t Sweat Tests Oct 09, 2014

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Physically active children are healthier and score better on intellectual tests than their sedentary peers. Dina Fine Maron reports

Smart Park Benches Weigh Sitters Sep 30, 2014

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In a bid to boost fitness, new park benches in Moscow will let sitters see their weight and receive health tips. Dina Fine Maron reports

Dry Roasting May Up Peanut Allergic Potential Sep 24, 2014

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A study in mice suggests that chemical changes that occur during dry roasting may increase the odds of an allergic reaction. Dina Fine Maron reports

Drug-Resistant Bacteria Hang Out in Hog Workers Sep 16, 2014

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A new study reveals that bacteria associated with staph infections can hitch a ride in workers’ noses. Dina Fine Maron reports

Graying Parent Care Falls to Daughters, Not Sons Aug 26, 2014

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Sisters spend double the time caring for parents as their brothers. Dina Fine Maron reports

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