Although it's known for its beautiful horse farms and as the "Thoroughbred Capital of the World," Lexington, Kentucky has gained a new distinction -- as the most sedentary city in the United States.
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Experts predict more than half the adult population will be living with illness by 2020
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Why is big tobacco suing the Australian government? Take a look at government-mandated tobacco warning labels
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A new study shows more adults around the world are living with diabetes. Dr.
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Tobacco giant says government's plans to replace cigarette box logos with grisly images will hurt business
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When Adam Witty was eight years old, his father was laid off from his job at AIG. "Rather than find another job, he decided he was going to start a company," recalls Witty, who is now 29.
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With healthcare costs on the rise, Rebecca Jarvis speaks with Regina Lewis about tips and resources that can be used to lower the price of medical procedures.
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British study suggests "extreme" 600 calorie diet can reverse type 2 diabetes, restoring the body's insulin production
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New government says parents bear heavy responsibility for childhood obesity
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Heartburn may seem like a common problem, but does that mean you should ignore it?
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Unusual case serves as reminder for people with diabetes-related nerve damage to cover wounds during sleep
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Lyme disease cases have tripled since 1995, 95 percent of cases occur in 12 states
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Controversial surgical procedure under scrutiny as states look for ways to close huge budget shortfalls
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Potentially debilitating autoimmune disease more common in women, people under 40
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A major government report says that the rate of excess weight and obesity among children ages two to five have doubled since the 1980s. Michelle Miller takes a look at what's being done to stop the trend.
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