"I had to know the truth." (medical ethics)
Article Abstract:
A doctor questioned the ethics of saving a seriously wounded soldier who had lost both legs and the use of his eyes and had two broken arms. Looking up the soldier 20 years later, he learned that the soldier had established himself, raised a family and had become self-sufficient.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1992
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The filtered truth
Article Abstract:
Researches confirm that low-tar cigarettes can pose a greater danger than regular brands. This is because low-yield brands offer a seemingly safer alternative to quitting and actually yield more tar and nicotine than supposedly stronger brands.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1995
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The truth about truffles
Article Abstract:
Truffles are rare, edible fungi prized throughout France and Italy as both a garnishing and flavor enhancer. Since these underground fungi are difficult to procure, they usually fetch a high price.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1992
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