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Autism Awareness Day spotlights discrimination

World Autism Awareness Day meant to "spur such action and draw attention to the unacceptable discrimination, abuse and isolation experienced by people with autism and their loved ones," Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said

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Video: War on sugar: Is it toxic?

New studies are supporting claims that sugar is poisoning us Sanjay Gupta reports on "60 Minutes." Also, nutritionist and registered dietician Cynthia Sass speaks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the war on sugar.

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What are the 25 best cities for walking?

Even though putting one foot in front of the other is the easiest form of exercise there is, it's still hard to find the motivation to bypass the car and head out on foot in your everyday life. Here are 25 cities to get started.

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When medical implants fail

Joshua Oukrop was 21 when his cardiac defibrillator failed him; His cardiologist blames the FDA approval process for his death

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The rise of the black nerd in pop culture

Comedians Keegan Michael Key and Jordan Peele, the brains behind the hit Comedy Central sketch show "Key & Peele," joked that President Barack Obama is the idol black nerds have longed for and needed.

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Video: Early diagnoses, intervention keys when autism suspected

A new federal study says one-in-88 children has at least some symptoms of autism, many more than previously thought. Bob and Suzanne Wright, who founded Autism Speaks in 2005 after their grandson was diagnosed with the disorder, talked to Rebecca Jarvis about the challenges faced by families with kids with autism.

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Video: FDA rejects proposed ban on BPA

The Food and Drug Administration rejected a petition to ban Bisphenol-A, or BPA, from food or drink packaging, reports Scott Pelley.

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Mattel to manufacture bald Barbie doll

Mattel will make a bald friend of Barbie with interchangeable wigs, scarves and other accessories thanks to an online campaign started by two women affected by cancer

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