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Crisis hotline volunteers are available to listen and support individuals dealing with a number of personal crisis situations. [©Shutterstock, 2010]

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Find out in what way crisis hotlines assist people with pressing problems.
For those with domestic issues, drug problems or suicidal thoughts, there are crisis hotlines available. Learn more about crisis hotlines.

Radon is released naturally and is not a type of radioactivity that is released by power plants or industry. [©Shutterstock, 2010]

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Why is radon a health hazard?

Radon is a silent threat in homes. Find out how to test for and get rid of radon.

An individual scans a vehicle for unsafe levels of radiation. [©Shutterstock, 2010]

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How is human exposure to radiation measured?

Radiation and measuring radiation is a relatively new science.

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Senior Services

Senior services help senior citizens maintain independence.

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Treatment Center

Find out how a cancer treatment center may provide a higher quality of care.

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Prescription Drugs

Research prescription drugs to find the best possible price.

Asbestos was commonly used in building materials and carries with it some serious hazards. [©Shutterstock, 2010]

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Why is exposure to asbestos a health hazard?

Asbestos is a serious health hazard. Find out about asbestos exposure and asbestos poisoning.

Aluminum cooking utensils and cookware can be a cause of concern for some. [©Shutterstock, 2010]

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Does using aluminum cooking utensils for food preparation have any effect on health?

Aluminum cookware may benefit some foods, but is it safe?

A head-on collision is among the deadliest types of auto accidents and a leading cause of death for the young.[©Shutterstock, 2010]

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What are the leading causes of death for young persons?

Various age groups under the age of 21 face different types of danger.

Radiation can come from cosmic rays, the sun, medical therapies or other man-made sources. [©Shutterstock, 2010]

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What is the estimated radiation dose to which the average person in the United States is exposed each year?

What is an average dose of radiation? Find out.

Some people are uneasy about the electromagnetic fields created by power lines. [©Shutterstock, 2010]

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Do electric and magnetic fields produced by power transmission lines present a health hazard?

Electromagnetic fields are a cause of consternation for scientists.