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Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
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Splint
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
A splint is a rigid device that is used to support an injured body part. Splints are usually used on a short-term basis, to prevent movement until medical help is received.
What are the causes and risks of the injury?
A splint can be used for many different injuries, including the following:
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