Such an enticing country could only have the nickname “The Land of Smiles.”

Given to Thailand for its friendly locals, the country probably didn’t need any more reasons to be a top travel destination.

Thailand is covered in beaches and rolling landscapes in the heart of Asian culture. The country brings in party animals, backpackers, beachgoers and spiritual adventurers alike.

With the hot summer months on their way soon, many people may be looking for a getaway. The lush haven is always one of the top vacation spots and it will likely be no less popular this year.

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How easy is it to get access to the MMR vaccine?

For most people around the world, it’s not a problem. A nearby clinic, doctor’s office or hospital can provide the immunization. Just two doses for a baby or child and the vaccine can do its job. No mumps, no rubella, and best of all no measles thanks to that highly effective shot.

But, what happens if you can’t get the vaccine?

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The Calgary locals knows what to expect come July.

For a week and a half, the city will transform. The cowboy culture comes alive and takes over the massive city. During this time, Calgary is filled to the brim with white cowboy hats.

That’s because the Calgary Stampede is without question the city’s biggest annual event. A mix of rodeo, state fair and block party, almost 1.5 million people come to the Stampede every year.

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Diseases sometimes take time before wreaking havoc in humans.

They start off as tiny, mostly harmless germs. But, those germs start to grow and get stronger, looking for some creature to latch onto and cause damage.

Usually those infected creature are animals. Infecting pigs, rodents, insects and other creatures, a virus becomes stronger and harder to eliminate.

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There was a warning sign for Brazil’s current yellow fever epidemic. That red flag could be found in the Amazon rainforest, where primates were dropping like flies.

Capuchins, marmosets and howler monkeys either came down with yellow fever or saw their numbers shrink.

The most alarming of these deaths: howler monkeys.

These primates earn that name. Howlers are the loudest of all monkeys, with a wail that can be heard miles away. The monkeys use their howl to warn other primates that they own an area. The whole species joins in this yell, usually doing so every day at dawn and dusk.

But, what happens when howler monkeys don’t make that noise?

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