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CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz has the details on this week's latest HealthPop news, including a CDC binge drinking report, and provocative nicotine and marijuana studies
Read More »Video: HealthPop: Booze, butts and buds
A new report from the CDC estimates that 38 million U.S. adults binge drink four times a month; Also, using nicotine patches or gum will not help you quit smoking for good; And, the occasional marijuana joint may temporarily impair your judgment, but it won't permanently hurt your lungs
Read More »Tall flier decries extra legroom fee
Many tall fliers know: Those precious exit row or bulkhead seats now often come with a price as airlines charge for the extra bit of legroom.
Read More »Pancreatic cancer risk increases with every 2 strips of bacon you eat: Study
Eating 50 grams of processed meat every day tied to 19 percent increased risk for pancreatic cancer
Read More »Transplant team drops heart on way to hospital (VIDEO)
Life-saving operation still continued after mishap, doctors said
Read More »Video: Deepak Chopra on digital addiction
Deepak Chopra talks to Charlie Rose, Gayle King and Erica Hill about internet addiction and its similarities to drug addiction with respect to the brain.
Read More »Victoria Falls … without the bungee jumping
Often listed as one of the seven natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls and the surrounding gorges are a truly awe-inspiring sight.
Read More »Cyber-bullied girl with Huntingdon’s Disease dies
9-year-old Kathleen Edwards taunted by former neighbor in 2010 died Wednesday
Read More »Google helps doctors track flu season: How?
Number of Baltimore residents searching Google for flu-related search terms correlated with number of sick patients visiting local hospitals
Read More »Girls who graze gain less weight
Girls who ate frequent meals and snacks put on fewer pounds and gained fewer inches to their waistlines over the next decade than those who only ate a couple of times each day, according to a new study.
Read More »Woman reportedly coughs up cancerous tumor
Claire Osborn, 37, felt tickle in throat moments before liver-colored mass came up
Read More »Polio almost eradicated in India, says World Health Organization
India is marking full year since last reported case of polio, country won't be considered completely polio-free until at least three full years pass without a case
Read More »NFL, NCAA urge states to pass concussion laws
19 governors urged to support legislation aimed at cutting down on concussions in youth football
Read More »Poliomyelitis: 24 photos of crippling disease
India marks one year since last reported case of polio - what does crippling disease look like?
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