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New research has found a link between dietary supplements and a slightly increased risk of death in older women. Erica Hill and Chris Wragge talk to CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton.
Read More »Video: Alzheimer’s: New clues in search for cure
A new study, called the DIAN study, is following multiple generations of family members across the globe with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. CBS News contributor Priya David Clemens reports on a Seattle family that is providing never-before insights into the disease's first signs
Read More »Video: Health care costs: What families need to know
Ray Martin, from CBS MoneyWatch, talks to Erica Hill and Chris Wragge about how to manage health care costs and how to choose the best plans for you and your family.
Read More »Video: Dr. Conrad Murray manslaughter trial begins
The trial of Dr. Conrad Murray, the physician charged in Michael Jackson's death, has opened in a Los Angeles court.
Read More »Video: A dolphin’s tail
"Dolphin Tale," the true story of an injured Fla. dolphin who is fitted with a tail prosthesis, hits theaters this week.
Read More »Video: Ask it Early: From organic food to electronic cigarettes
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Read More »Video: The war on cancer: Are we winning?
A landmark study on cancer in the U.S. is showing where we stand in the fight against the country's No. 2 killer.
Read More »Video: Conjoined twins successfully separated in London
British doctors have successfully separated twin girls who were born joined at the head. The sisters shared blood supply to their brains - giving surgeons a difficult challenge. CBS News correspondent Tina Kraus reports.
Read More »Video: Alternative therapies help kids cope with cancer
CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller reports on a program developed by a pediatrician at Bronx hospital that provides alternative therapies for children diagnosed with cancer in order to help them cope with the anxiety, fear and pain.
Read More »Video: What’s healthiest? The country or the city?
CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano reports on a new study that compares the health lifestyles and problems of rural and urban residents.
Read More »PGT: NBC, PGA Tour sign agreement through 2021
The PGA Tour, NBC and CBS announced a TV rights extension through 2021,
Read More »Video: Tough new FDA standards for gluten-free products
The amounts of the common protein, gluten, in "gluten-free" items now on store shelves can vary widely. But now, the FDA is about to impose a strict new standard for what can be labeled "gluten-free." CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano reports.
Read More »Video: Designer drug danger
CBS News investigative correspondent Sharyl Attkisson reports on the rise of lab-made drugs, which can have more powerful effects than their organic cousins.
Read More »Video: Ask it Early: From allergies to sleep issues
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton answers health questions from viewers. This week: dementia, allergies and sleep issues.
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