Kim Ann Zimmermann
Kim Ann Zimmermann is a contributor to Live Science and sister site Space.com, writing mainly evergreen reference articles that provide background on myriad scientific topics, from astronauts to climate, and from culture to medicine. Her work can also be found in Business News Daily and KM World. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Glassboro State College (now known as Rowan University) in New Jersey.
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"The birds and the bees": Meaning and origin of the phraseReference "The birds and the bees" is a story parents tell their children to deflect the question "Where do babies come from?" The phrase refers to the talk about sex.
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10 common skin conditionsHere's a countdown of 10 common skin conditions, some benign and others life-threatening.
By Anna Gora Published
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Skin: Facts about the body's largest organ and its functionsThe skin is the body's largest organ and performs many vital functions.
By Anna Gora Published
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What is normal blood pressure?Here's what doctors consider a "normal," elevated or high blood pressure, and how to measure your BP at home.
By Anna Gora Last updated
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The nervous system: Facts, function and diseasesReference The network of nerves is the body's electrical wiring.
By James Horton Last updated
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Social anxiety disorder: Causes, symptoms and treatmentSocial anxiety disorder causes significant discomfort about social interactions.
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Panic disorder: Causes & symptoms of panic attacksREFERENCE Panic disorder is marked by sudden episodes of intense fear, known as panic attacks, that can trigger physical symptoms.
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Generalized anxiety disorder: Causes, symptoms & treatmentPeople with generalized anxiety disorder experience constant feelings of anxiety that affect their everyday life.
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American culture: Traditions and customs of the United StatesReference Nearly every region of the world has influenced the customs and traditions of the United States.
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Immune System: Diseases, Disorders & FunctionThe job of the immune system is to protect against disease.
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The lymphatic system: Facts, functions & diseasesReference The lymphatic system helps rid the body of toxins. Diseases of this system include lymphadenopathy, lymphoma and other disorders.
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Reproductive System: Facts, Functions & DiseasesThis may be the most important system in the body. Without the ability to reproduce, a species dies.
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The Circulatory System: An Amazing Circuit That Keeps Our Bodies GoingThe heart, lungs and about 60,000 miles of blood vessels work together to keep blood pumping through our bodies.
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Chinese Culture: Customs & Traditions of ChinaChinese culture reflects the customs and traditions of one of the largest countries in the world, with 1.34 billion people.
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Italian Culture: Facts, customs & traditionsREFERENCE Italian culture goes back to the ancient, had a massive impact on the Renaissance and is represented in the world today by its art, fashion and popular food.
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Internet history timeline: ARPANET to the World Wide WebReference Al Gore didn't invent the Internet. Vinton Cerf & Bob Kahn are often called Fathers of the Internet.
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Pleistocene epoch: The last ice ageThe Pleistocene epoch lasted from about 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago and included the last ice age, when glaciers and giant megafauna dominated the landscape.
By Patrick Pester Published
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Indian culture: Customs and traditionsReference India is one of the world's oldest and most diverse cultures. Here is an overview of Indian customs and traditions.
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Mexican culture: Customs and traditionsReference Mexican culture varies widely throughout the country, but traditions are highly valued as is its long and storied history.
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French culture: Customs & traditionsReference Discover the world of French culture, the customs and traditions of France, as well as how it became a center of fashion, art and architecture.
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What does the endocrine system do?Facts and information about the endocrine system.
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Respiratory system: Facts, function and diseasesThe respiratory system is responsible for taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide. The main organs are the lungs, which work in concert with the cardiovascular system.
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The Human Skeletal SystemHumans wouldn't get very far without bones — literally.
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German Culture: Facts, Customs and TraditionsBy Kim Ann Zimmermann Published
