People who take aspirin as infrequently as once a month are significantly less likely to get pancreatic cancer, study shows
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Dr. Jennifer Ashton spoke with Chris Wragge on a new study revealing that there may be a correlation between aspirin use and reducing the risk for pancreatic cancer.
Read More »Video: Autism Speaks spreads awareness with Light It Up Blue
Bob and Suzanne Wright, the founders of Autism Speaks, spoke with Lauren Wanko to discuss World Autism Awareness Day, which shines a bright light on autism as a growing global health crisis.
Read More »Government appeals judge’s health care ruling
Justice Dept. says Congress has authority to regulate interstate business, allowing for health insurance mandate
Read More »"Concierge medicine" a threat to Medicare users
Class divide in health care a concern as more doctors take fixed annual fees; No change may result in two-tiered system
Read More »55,000 pounds of frozen turkey burger recalled
Salmonella poisoning in 12 people linked to frozen turkey burgers from Jennie-O Turkey Store; massive recall results
Read More »Video: "Early Coffee" shines light on autism awareness
Bob and Suzanne Wright, the founders of Autism Speaks, joined Rebecca Jarvis and Russ Mitchell for "Early Coffee" to discuss World Autism Awareness Day, which shines a bright light on autism as a growing global health crisis.
Read More »Video: Alleviating allergies
Dr. Alanna Levine gave Rebecca Jarvis some tips to combat the seasonal sniffles associated with allergies and outlined the top 10 U.S. allergy capitals from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual list.
Read More »Video: The cost of caring for Alzheimer’s patients
Dr. Jon LaPook reports on the caregivers for Alzheimer's patients, many of whom are spouses or family members, suffering right along with their loved ones.
Read More »Alzheimer’s disease takes a toll on the caregiver
Nearly 15 million Americans provide nearly 17 billion hours of unpaid Alzheimer's care annually
Read More »FDA proposes calorie counts on menus
Like it or not, many restaurant diners will soon know more about what they are eating under new menu labeling requirements proposed by the Food and Drug Administration.
Read More »Eating disorders: 9 mistakes parents make
It's easier than you might think to set a child up for anorexia or bulimia?
Read More »Video: Erica Hill experiment: Final lap
Erica Hill takes a look back at her 6-week fitness challenge that included changes in diet, exercise and sleep schedule.
Read More »Sweet! Candy eaters surprisingly slimmer
Those with a sweet tooth might not need to feel so guilty about admitting it. People who eat candy and chocolate tend to have smaller waists, weigh less and have a lower body mass index (BMI) than those who don't indulge in these treats, a new study says.
Read More »Should Americans fear radiation in food?
Radiation from hampered Japanese plant found in California, Washington milk; Dr. Jennifer Ashton on why you shouldn't worry
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