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Electric Fans May Not Help Seniors, Sick People

Although it may seem counter-intuitive, new research appears to show that electric fans may not be effective at cooling senior citizens and people with severe health problems because they do not sweat as much.

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Although it may seem counter-intuitive, new research appears to show that electric fans may not be effective at cooling senior citizens and people with severe health problems because they do not sweat as much. (The Associated Press)

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