"Early Show" medical correspondent, Dr. Jennifer Ashton, answers viewers' questions on everything from how to soothe aching feet, to combating work stress, to correcting poor oral health.
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New research shows getting called back for false positives on a mammogram is part of the process. "Early Show" medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton explains why this is happening
Read More »Video: Ask It Early: Torn ligaments, dry hands and thumb-sucking
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton answers viewer questions on everything from torn knee ligaments, to keeping your dry hands smooth, to getting your child to stop sucking their thumb.
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Read More »Video: Study: Vitamin E increases prostate cancer risk
Dr. Jennifer Ashton reports on a new study which indicates that Vitamin E may not help prevent prostate cancer but rather actually increase the risk.
Read More »Video: Prostate cancer test no longer recommended
An independent panel has concluded that a blood test used to diagnose prostate cancer is not worth its risks.
Read More »Video: Study: Women healthier due to genetic advantage
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.
Read More »Video: Vaccines: Parents opting for alternative schedules
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: Death toll rises in listeria-linked cases
As many as 14 people have died from possible listeria illnesses traced to Colorado cantaloupes - a death toll that would make the outbreak the deadliest in more than a decade. Erica Hill and Chris Wragge talk to Dr.
Read More »Video: Balancing finances and health in a recession
The recession is now taking an even more costly toll on people across the country, as many are being forced to make the devastating decision to not take their medicines or receive medical care. Following the story of one woman's struggle, Erica Hill and Chris Wragge talk to CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton about this choice facing many Americans.
Read More »Video: New trend: Home births over hospitals
More parents are choosing home births over hospitals, but is it really safe?
Read More »Video: Ask it Early: From organic food to electronic cigarettes
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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: Tips to ease fall allergy symptoms
This fall is predicted to be one of the worst allergy seasons on record due to this summer's heavy rainfall and record heat.
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