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    What is the myths behind sleep paralysis an what is the actuality of sleep paralysis?

    My experience: taking a nap in the evening I found myself awake but couldn't move or open my eyes. my hands and arms were numb and I tried so hard to move them. I heard people fighting outside my window. then I finally manage to move my fingers and I jumped out of bed and looked out my window...
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    Why was Ares important to the greeks and what are some myths and stories...

    ...that have to do with him? need help
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    Oscar Pistorius Faces Murder Charges; The Rest Of Us Face Disability Myths and Domest

    Oscar Pistorius was charged with premeditated murder for shooting Reeva Steenkamp, his 29-year-old girlfriend, through a closed bathroom door on Valentine's Day. The world is scrambling to make sense of how the double-amputee Paralympic and Olympic athlete could have done something so...
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    Morning Links: The Top 9 Thanksgiving Nutrition Myths, Busted

    • 9 Thanksgiving nutrition myths, busted. (HuffPost Healthy Living) • A moisturizer that will put your skin on Cloud 9–even in winter. (The Frisky) • Top playlist picks from celebrity trainers. (FitSugar) • Upcoming wellness trends, brought to you by…Wall … More » Morning Links: The Top 9...
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    Breast Cancer Awareness: The Truth Behind The 10 Biggest Myths

    Does deodorant really cause breast cancer? Do breast implants increase your risk for this disease? Can breast cancer be cured, or are you just put into remission? There is a lot of information circulating out there about breast cancer, but not all of it's based on facts. To get to the truth, we...
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    Top 5 Myths About HIV Testing, Dispelled

    Today is National HIV Testing Awareness Day, and it's also the start of the first-ever*HIV Awareness Month, founded by Dawn Averitt Bridge, mother of two and chair of the board of The Well Project, who's been living with HIV since 1988. Dawn—and The Well Project—is on a mission to change the...
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    3 Common Myths About Child Vaccine Safety Refuted

    In the limited time of an office visit, how can a primary care physician make the case to parents that their child should be vaccinated? During National Infant Immunization Week, a Mayo Clinic vaccine expert and a pediatrician offer suggestions for refuting three of the most common myths about...
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    Morning Links: Pilates Myths Busted

    • Portion control may start with your nose. (Well + Good)• Collagen boosting foods for inside out beauty. (Organic Authority)• Produce that can give you glowing complexion. (YouBeauty)• Spring training for non-athletes. (HuffPost Women)• Can men and women be 'just friends'? (The Stir)• Weight...
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    Wet Feet Lead To A Cold, And Other Flu Season Myths

    You may think you're out of the germ-laden, sniffling and sneezing woods, but the truth is that February is typically the peak of cold and flu season--which means it's also the peak of flu season myths. Whether it be the mystical, magical healing powers of chicken soup, or the idea that wet...
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    Taking The Myths Out Of Pudendal Nerve Entrapment Surgery

    Sequel to "Taking The Shame Out Of Pudendal Neuralgia" (1) Imagine someone with chronic pelvic pain or genital pain so severe that sitting, having sex, or holding a job becomes impossible. Unable to maintain normal relationships, this person may lose hope and fall into despair because no one...
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    What really separates Myth from Religion since religion is full of myths?

    Let's face it there are no concrete facts presented in either. If you do have the undisputable fact, please let me know. And no, faith and belief are not factual proof.
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    Do you think, in the future, religions today will eventually turn into myths?

    Like other abandoned religions in the past, example, greek mythology?
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    Common Myths About Breast Cancer

    By debunking some common myths about breast cancer, two oncologists from the US hope to give women some simple key messages to help them understand and manage their risk of breast cancer. Drs Mahmoud Charif and Neetu Radhakrishnan, both medical oncologists at the University of Cincinnati (UC)...
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    Interesting but not so famous legends, myths, fairly tales or prophecy's?

    Hey, know any interesting but not so famous legends, myths, fairly tales or prophecy's? Please tell me! If you don't please don't bother answering. Thanks! :D BTW, I was wondering about this because I think I could use one of these things for a just-for-fun story!
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    What are some nutrition myths to debunk for children?

    What are some nutrition myths to debunk for children? Making a quiz/measurement.
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    how to read greek myths?

    i want to learn more about greek mythology but im not sure how. is there an original source for the myths? ive heard the liliad was supposed to have greek myth in it, are all the myths in that book? there are a lot of books about it on amazon, are most just summaries of the myths? any help would...
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    TV Programme Unhelpful In Dispelling Diabetes Myths, UK

    Diabetes UK is dismayed that 'The Hospital' programme broadcast yesterday on Channel 4 misrepresented people with diabetes and missed the opportunity to educate the viewing public about the many facets of living with the condition. The charity is concerned that the programme failed to explain...
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    Anyone have any info about Panamanian myths and legends?

    My mom was born and raised in Panama and always tells me stories about her childhood. Like involving ghosts, processions, santeria, stuff of that nature. Whenever I try to look up any of this I can't find any info on the web :( Wondering if anyone has some great myths/legends that they can show...
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    Anyone have any info about Panamanian myths and legends?

    My mom was born and raised in Panama and always tells me stories about her childhood. Like involving ghosts, processions, santeria, stuff of that nature. Whenever I try to look up any of this I can't find any info on the web :( Wondering if anyone has some great myths/legends that they can show...
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    How long before people realize that the armaggeadon myths and prophecies?

    aren't real. How long have people been scaring their kids saying that the world will end soon? It's in the next 10 years or the next 5 years, just enough to keep money in the collection dish. In 2013, I'll be laughing at all the people who thought the world was going to end in 2012.
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