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Elizabeth Yuko, Ph.D., is a journalist and bioethicist covering topics including health, culture, design, architecture, travel, history, politics, and the places they intersect.

Articles

What Ever Happened to Laundry Chutes?
The fall of the former household staple can be traced to a surprising source: the perceived danger of stairs.
Deck Chairs, Tuberculosis, and the Titanic: The Unexpected Origins of a Summertime Staple
Before the style of reclining outdoor furniture became a symbol of outdoor leisure, it was used for a very different purpose.