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What’s a mole, anyway?
A mole is basically a brownish spot or blemish on the skin. The darker hue is provided by melanin, the pigment that gives skin its colour.
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Redheads feel more pain
People with red hair seem particularly nervous about visiting the dentist, and genetics may explain why, according to a new study.
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