Dr. Jennifer Ashton speaks to the "Early Show" anchors about new research that suggests a biological advantage could explain why women get sick less than men do.
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Erica Hill and Jeff Glor talk to "Early Show" medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton about the potential health consequences of a trend that has parents spacing out their children's vaccinations.
Read More »Video: Are energy drinks bad for you?
"The Early Show" medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton answers viewer health questions about energy drinks, diabetes and more
Read More »Video: New flu season, new ways to protect yourself
Dr. Jennifer Ashton speaks to the "Early Show" anchors about the upcoming flu season and which of the four new vaccinations is best for you
Read More »Video: Study reveals genetic link to optimism, self-esteem
Dr. Jennifer Hartstein speaks to the "Early Show" anchors about a new study that reveals a genetic link between general optimism and pessimism.
Read More »Video: Study: Insulin linked to improved memory
Dr. Jennifer Ashton speaks to the "Early Show" anchors about a new pilot study that reveals nasal insulin spray improved memory in early stage Alzheimer's dementia.
Read More »Video: Osteoporosis: Risks for men and women
"Early Show" medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton talks to Erica Hill and Chris Wragge about the risk factors for osteoporosis and what you can do to minimize them.
Read More »Video: Ala. doctor strengthens tornado-ravaged town
"The Early Show" profiles Dr. Keith Morrow in the Alabama town of Hackleburg, recently devastated by a historic tornado.
Read More »Video: Effective new treatment for severe asthma
"Early Show" medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton reports on a new procedure for asthmatics called bronchial thermoplasty.
Read More »Video: Going vegan goes more mainstream
Former President Bill Clinton revealed how veganism has helped him lose weight and be healthier. Nutritionist Tanya Zuckerbrot speaks to "The Early Show" about the plant-based diet.
Read More »Video: Surviving extreme heat
"Early Show" medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton talks to Rebecca Jarvis about how to recognize and avoid heat-related illnesses.
Read More »Video: "Start Strong" program advises teens on healthy breakups
Chris Wragge speaks with "Early Show" contributor and psychologist Jennifer Harstein about a new Robert Wood Johnson Foundation-sponsored initiative that counsels teens how to break up healthily.
Read More »Video: Hepatitis C cure rate doubled with new drug
More than three million Americans are infected with hepatitis C, a blood-borne virus that's linked to 12,000 deaths every year.
Read More »Video: Working moms
Are the kids all right when mom has a full-time career?
Read More »Video: Migraines and clues to help stop them
Erica Hill talks to "Early Show" medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton about how to avoid migraine triggers following a profile of a woman who has suffered from them since childhood
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