Feed the mind: rare words at dinner may mean better reading later

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An analysis of the dinner conversations of families with at least one three- or four-year-old showed that children introduced to unfamiliar words were better readers than those who did not hear new words. The use of new words is recommended when talking to children.

Author: Munson, Marty
Social aspects, Behavior, Children, Child behavior, Vocabulary, Reading interests, Child behaviour

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Better breathing: lung reduction may increase life quality

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A study shows that surgically removing 20% to 30% of the lungs in emphysema sufferers improves their breathing capacity an average of 82%. Lung reduction surgery makes physical activities such as walking much easier for patients.

Author: Munson, Marty
Surgery, Lungs, Emphysema, Pulmonary, Emphysema, Lung surgery

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Plugged-in preemies: tunes may help babies breathe better

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Ten premature hospitalized infants who listened to lullabies on miniature Walkmans showed higher levels of oxygen in their blood and more normal heart and breathing rates than premature infants without headsets.

Author: Munson, Marty
Health aspects, Usage, Infants (Premature), Premature infants, Music therapy, Lullabies

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