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Play CBS Video July 21, 2008 | 12:50 PM PDT
Keeping Pets Out Of Pain
Dog lovers will do just about anything to keep their ailing pets out of pain, but surgery isn?t always the answer. Pet rehab centers are growing in popularity across the country. Teri Okita reports
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Play CBS Video August 11, 2008 | 7:30 PM PDT
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Meg Oliver reports that where you live has a major impact on your health; too much sleep can increase the danger of stroke; and some young babies should be given low-fat instead of whole milk.
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Play CBS Video August 14, 2008 | 6:32 AM PDT
Pre-lump Breast Cancer Test
There is a new test to detect breast cancer which discovers abnormal microscopic cells before a lump is formed. WWL's Medical reporter Meg Farris has the details.
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Play CBS Video July 17, 2008 | 8:23 AM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports that big tobacco may have fixed menthol levels to hook smokers; falls are sending more elderly to the ER; and two dueling diets are battling for researchers' favor.
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Play CBS Video July 14, 2008 | 12:13 PM PDT
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Priya David reports that teen pregnancies rise for the first time since 1991; researchers discover new genes linked to autism; and nearly half of non-smoking Americans still breathe cigarette fumes.
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Play CBS Video July 30, 2008 | 6:10 PM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports officials are still searching for the salmonella source; an active lifestyle may help prevent cancer; and high doses of beta-carotene may boost the risk of lung cancer.
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Play CBS Video July 10, 2008 | 12:41 PM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports on prescription medications widely available online; regular exercise can improve dementia patients mentally; a protein in the liver may help predict who's at risk for diabetes
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Play CBS Video July 9, 2008 | 7:26 PM PDT
New Breast Cancer Breakthrough
New scientific research has uncovered some surprising findings about breast cancer cases of young women. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Mallika Marshall reports on this recent medical discovery.
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Play CBS Video July 9, 2008 | 7:30 AM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports that keeping a food diary may help you shed pounds; the FDA raises concerns about a class of anti-biotics; and babies born of frozen embryos show no signs of impaired health.
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Play CBS Video July 8, 2008 | 2:04 PM PDT
Keeping Track Of Your Snacks
If you've struggled to shed weight, a particular writing exercise could work wonders. A new study shows that keeping a food diary could help shed those unwanted pounds. Drew Levinson reports.
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Play CBS Video July 8, 2008 | 1:22 PM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports that the trail has run cold on the salmonella outbreak; reconstruction after mastectomy has lasting psychological benefits; and red wine may ward off age-related conditions.
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Play CBS Video July 3, 2008 | 1:20 PM PDT
Simple Solution For Your Smile
If you don't like your smile, there is a new procedure to correct it without touching your teeth. Manuel Gallegus reports.
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Play CBS Video July 3, 2008 | 1:20 PM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports broccoli may protect men from prostate cancer; exercise does not reduce length of migraine headaches; and heart damage could be prevented by more testing on diabetes drugs.
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Play CBS Video July 1, 2008 | 1:48 PM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports that Good cholesterol may protect you from Alzheimer?s disease; molecular breast imaging may be as accurate as an M-R-I scan; and heavy babies appear to be twice as likely to get arthritis.
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Play CBS Video June 28, 2008 | 12:14 AM PDT
Little-League Baseball Injuries
More and more children are getting seriously injured playing baseball. A new study says arm and shoulder injuries are soaring because kids are starting early and playing year round. Josh Landis Reports
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Play CBS Video June 26, 2008 | 1:53 PM PDT
Women's Hearts Hurt Different
Women who suffer from heart attacks might not know that they are experiencing one. A new international study says that the symptons are different in women. Karen Brown reports.
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Play CBS Video June 24, 2008 | 1:05 PM PDT
Alzheimer's Mystery Unfolds
Researchers have unraveled another part of the Alzheimer's mystery. Manuel Gallegus tells us, they're zeroing in on a very specific plaque on the brain as a possible trigger.
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Play CBS Video June 24, 2008 | 12:51 PM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports that not getting enough Vitamin D could be deadly; exercise helps the fight against cancer; and the medication topiramate may improve an alcoholic's quality of life.
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Play CBS Video June 23, 2008 | 8:47 AM PDT
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Andrea Stassou reports restricted medications could be prescribed by e-mail; falling levels of a hormone may explain why some have a hard time keeping weight off; the bird flu could kill millions.
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Play CBS Video June 20, 2008 | 10:11 PM PDT
Allergy-Free Without Drugs
Over the counter and prescription medications can work wonders for allergies, but a large number of people are also turning to alterative therapies for relief. Dr. Sean Kenniff reports.
