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The island of unclaimed bodies
| Allison C MeierAaron Asis
In New York, those who live and die on the extreme edges of society are buried on an isolated island, often forgotten and unmourned. But recent legal changes aim to reduce stigma and restore their dignity.
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The cook who became a pariah
| Anna Faherty
New York, 1907. Mary Mallon spreads infection, unaware that her name will one day become synonymous with typhoid.
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How your hairdresser could save your life
| Kristin HohenadelThomas S G Farnetti
Barbers and hairdressers have a unique view of us – one that means they can spot potentially dangerous health problems. Find out how buzzcuts can lead to blood-pressure checks, and dip-dyes show the way to the dermatologist.