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Best pickup trucks
Best pickup trucks Pickups are like blue jeans: They’re durable, rugged, and versatile. Full-sized trucks make towing and carrying heavy cargo a breeze. And compared with trucks of yore, modern...
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Healthy aging: Tell us your story
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Hand-me-down hope chests pose a danger to kids
Hand-me-down hope chests pose a danger to kids The recent suffocation deaths of a sister and brother in a cedar chest has prompted the Consumer Product Safety Commission to renew a search for cedar...
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5 ways to save on organic food
5 ways to save on organic food When I’m in the grocery store I’m always pulled two ways. I want to load up on organics but I balk at the cost. What’s worth the extra money? Here are some tips on what...
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See the light: A quick guide to using flash in photos
See the light: A quick guide to using flash in photos To flash or not to flash? That's a question we should ask more often when shooting photos. Many of us simply choose Auto mode and let the camera...
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Hey Doc! Wash your hands—and stethescope.
Hey Doc! Wash your hands—and stethescope. When a doctor comes at me with the stethoscope, I usually start shivering, just thinking about how cold it will be when it hits my chest. But a...
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Best blenders and food processors for baby food
Best blenders and food processors for baby food Worried about the salt, sugar, and other possible additives in commercial baby food, more and more parents are making their own at home. There are...
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Best used cars under $20,000
Best used cars under $20,000 For car buyers who want to get the most for their money, used cars are often better values than a new model. The key savings come from reduced depreciation. New cars lose...
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What's wrong with used tires?
What's wrong with used tires? When money is tight, you might be tempted to buy used tires instead of new ones. They can be much cheaper and might even look practically new. But we recommend against...
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Beware of check fraud
Beware of check fraud If you’re reluctant to take someone’s personal check for fear that it’s no good, don’t assume that a cashier’s or bank check is any safer. Counterfeit cashier's check fraud...
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Should you be screened for hepatitis C and HIV?
Should you be screened for hepatitis C and HIV? Q. My doctor recently suggested that I get screened for hepatitis C and HIV. Why—and should I? A. Sounds like your doctor is following the latest...
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The tax-deductible dog, and other surprises
The tax-deductible dog, and other surprises If you're feeling anxious about your hair loss, you could buy a wig. And guess what? If a psychiatrist prescribes it, it's tax deductible. Likewise, if your...
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Dental floss or interdental brush: Which works best?
Dental floss or interdental brush: Which works best? Q. My dentist told me to stop flossing—that it’s better to use something called an interdental brush. Is that true? A. It depends on your dental...
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Best midsized sedans
Best midsized sedans There’s a good reason sedans are the most popular choice among car buyers. They provide the best combination of performance, fuel economy, comfort, practicality, and...
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Treating high cholesterol with statins
Treating high cholesterol with statins Statin medications lower cholesterol levels in your blood. This can reduce the chance of a heart attack, stroke, and premature death in people who have an...
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Look behind LifeLock's hype before buying
Look behind LifeLock's hype before buying In last year's "Is Your Identity Safer With LifeLock?," we called out LifeLock for its TV commercial implying that the identity-protection company takes down...
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5 tips for surviving Daylight Saving Time
5 tips for surviving Daylight Saving Time The hour of sleep you'll lose Sunday morning, March 9, after your clock springs ahead might do more than just make you cranky. Some research suggests it...
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Pricey identity-theft protection isn't worth the cost
Pricey identity-theft protection isn't worth the cost The big three credit bureaus and companies such as ID Guard, LifeLock, and TrustedID want you to spend $119 to $275 per year for...
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Are swollen feet during air travel serious?
Are swollen feet during air travel serious? Q. My feet always swell when I fly on a plane. Is that dangerous? A. Usually not. But if it persists for more than a few hours after landing, especially if...
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The 10 car brands with the most Top Picks in history
The 10 car brands with the most Top Picks in history We've been formally assembling Tops Picks for the last 18 years, featuring the best models of the year in 10 vehicle categories. In looking back,...
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