Heroin addict fights through emotional first days of rehab

CBS News cameras documented a heroin addict's first days trying to get clean and beat his disease

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Study Finds 4 in 10 Sunscreens Fall Short on SPF

This year's report includes ratings of lotions, sprays, sticks, and facial sunscreens, and reviews both adult and children's formulas. WebMD has the details.

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Keep Busy! Stay Sharp!

Study suggests a full schedule may enhance your mental prowess

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'Magic Mushroom' Chemical & Severe Depression

Study of only 12 people suggests it may help some, but more and better research is needed

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At end of life, doctors and families often differ

The reasons go far beyond misunderstanding, new research shows

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Dad’s Role in Baby’s Health Larger Than Thought?

New research shows that a man’s age and lifestyle may have a significant effect on his children’s health -- well before they are born. WebMD has the details.

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Marriage a Buffer Against Drinking Problems?

Study found protective benefit for both men and women, but didn't prove cause and effect

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Genetically Modified Crops Are Safe: Review

Extensive study concludes they're as safe to eat as food from traditional plant-breeding methods

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Why Is PCOS Hard to Diagnose?

Doctors are learning more about how polycystic ovary syndrome affects women.

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Screening Tests for Prostate Cancer

Should men get a screening test for prostate cancer? WebMD has the details.

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HIV Patients Less Likely to Get Cancer Treatment

But it's not clear what's driving the difference in care, researcher says

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New book explores promise, perils, mysteries of human genes

Genes have been at the center of advances in medical science, but we still have a lot to learn, according to Pulitzer Prize-winning author

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"Sobering" number of female physicians sexually harassed

Survey of doctors suggests sexual harassment is not just a thing of the past

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Sunscreens: What's really working and what's not

After investigating 65 sunscreens, Consumer Reports reveals which products really keep your skin as safe as promised on their labels

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Surprising Foods & Drinks That Can Harm Your Teeth

Here are five surprising foods and drinks that can cause everything from stains to excess plaque to damaged teeth and gums.

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Anti-Aging Skin Care Trends and Treatments

Put your best face forward with insights from top dermatologists. WebMD has the details.

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Penis operation highlights cutting edge of transplant surgeries

A look at some of the more extreme examples among the 30,000-plus organ transplants performed nationwide each year

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A Month of Smart Moves: 30-Day Fitness Challenges

Want to get more fit, but not sure where to start? Try a 30-day fitness challenge. WebMD has the details.

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Easy Peasy: Recipes You and Your Kids Will Love

Add some green peas to your plate with these fresh and simple dishes from WebMD.

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How to Manage Your RA and Get Relief

Don't let joint pain from rheumatoid arthritis slow you down. Try these tips from WebMD.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Do You Need a Nap?

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How to Treat a Stuffy Nose in Babies and Toddlers

A stuffy nose is a common problem for children under the age 3. WebMD shows you how to ease congestion and help your baby breathe easier.

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OMS : La fièvre jaune - Principaux repères

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WHO: Yellow fever – facts and challenges

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Can You Stop Diabetes Meds? What to Expect

Your blood sugar is under control. How do you talk to your doctor about stopping medication? WebMD explains.

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Exercise and Diabetes: Should You Try a Trainer?

Exercise is key for diabetes management. WebMD explains how a personal trainer can boost your results.

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Giving the 'Green Light' to Migraine Relief

Experimental light therapy finds it can ease sensitivity, pain for some patients

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Why pregnant women should avoid artificially sweetened beverages

For a while now, research has shown that when pregnant women gain a lot of weight, they have heavier babies. And because heavier babies tend to grow into heavier children who tend to grow into heavier adults, it’s a good idea for pregnant women to try not to gain more than their doctors tell them to.

One of the ways many of us try to limit calories is by reaching for artificially sweetened beverages — after all, they don’t have calories. But a study just published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics suggests that drinking these beverages can backfire.

For the study, researchers in Canada studied more than 3,000 pregnant women and found that those who drank more artificially sweetened beverages tended to have heavier babies. The correlation was less strong when they controlled for the mother’s weight and other factors that can affect weight gain (like overall calorie intake or diet quality), but it was still there. It seems like there is something about the sweeteners themselves that is a problem.

There have been concerns for a while that artificial sweeteners might not be a great idea when it comes to weight control. In one study, people who drank diet soda gained more weight than those who drank regular soda. We’re not fully sure what’s going on. It may be that people feel so virtuous for drinking diet drinks that they end up eating other calories. It may have something to do with the intense sweetness of artificial sweeteners, which may actually alter our tastes in a way that less sweet foods (even fruits) don’t taste as good to us. Or it may be something about how our bodies digest and react to the chemicals in the sweeteners.

Whatever it is, the bottom line is that pregnant women should skip the diet drinks. As much as they might seem like they might help limit weight gain, they don’t. Instead, drink water and other unsweetened beverages. It’s fine to have the occasional soda or lemonade — sugar isn’t evil—as long as your overall diet is healthy (lots of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, whole grains) and you are getting regular exercise.

Baby fat may be cute, but it isn’t healthy. A third of our children and adolescents are overweight or obese, which can have terrible implications for their future health and well-being. More and more, we are learning that to prevent childhood obesity we need to start really early, even before children are born. The adage that you are eating for two is very true—but rather than an excuse to eat extra, it’s a mandate to eat in ways that keep both of you healthy.

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USDA Announces $10.7 Million Available For Critical Water Research

WASHINGTON, May 17, 2016 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of $10.7 million in funding for research that could solve critical water problems in rural and agricultural watersheds across the United States.

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USDA Forest Service and Partners Gear Up for Significant 2016 Wildfire Season

WASHINGTON, May 17, 2016 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell met today with Forest Service Regional Foresters to discuss preparations for anticipated significant wildland fire potential in 2016. The briefing comes as the 2016 fire season has begun with five times more acres already burned than this time last year, following 2015’s record-setting fire season.

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Exercise may cut risk of 13 cancers, study suggests

Working out for even a couple of hours a week can shrink your risk of some of the most lethal forms of cancer, researchers say

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Top cancer doctor explores history and future of genes

Genes are at the core of our identity, and they have been at the center of stunning advances in medical diagnosis, gene therapy and alteration

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Is your sunscreen keeping you safe?

Consumer Reports found that 43 percent of sunscreens tested were not as effective as advertised

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Zika threat at Florida's doorstep

The Senate could vote Tuesday on providing just over a billion dollars to fight the Zika virus

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Zika threat knocking on Florida's door

More than 500 travel-related cases of virus have been reported in the U.S., and the number could spike this summer

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USDA Increases FY 2016 U.S. Sugar Overall Allotment Quantity and Raw Cane Sugar Import Access

WASHINGTON, May 17, 2016 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced an increase to the fiscal year 2016 Overall Allotment Quantity (OAQ) for domestic sugar, reassigned some of the projected surplus sugar marketing allotments among processors, and reassigned part of the surplus cane sugar marketing allotment to raw cane sugar imports.

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How marriage may affect how much you drink

People at high risk for alcohol problems were especially affected by marriage

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Some hip replacement patients go home the same day

A growing number of patients can be in and out of the hospital faster than ever -- but the same-day approach may not be the right option for everyone

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