Robert Spitzer, "the most influential psychiatrist," dies at 83

Gay-rights activists credit Dr. Spitzer with removing homosexuality from the list of mental disorders; famous for focusing on data

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/robert-spitzer-the-most-influential-psychiatrist-dies-at-83/

Specific Carbohydrate Diet for Pediatric IBD–IBD in the News

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gocj4JcQCLY

Statins: What you need to know

In today's Morning Rounds, what you need to know about statins

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/statins-what-you-need-to-know/

Santa's rosy cheeks lead to diagnosis

An actor in New York, recently cast as a singing Santa, found himself in a frightening real life medical drama of his own

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-york-actor-playing-santa-discovers-rosy-cheeks-could-be-life-threatening-blood-disorder/

New norovirus strain found amid recent outbreaks

News of the new strain comes as California health officials warn that outbreaks are increasing

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-norovirus-strain-found-amid-recent-outbreaks-as-peak-season-arrives/

Generosity is good for you

Whether it's buying gifts for loved ones or volunteering to help those less fortunate, being generous has perks for your own well-being

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-health-benefits-of-generosity/

Holiday plants can poison children, pets

Keep these festive but toxic plants out of kids' reach, doctors warn

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/holiday-plants-can-poison-children-pets/

The best gift your family can give you this holiday

Grandma, grandpa, uncles, aunts and parents may have health information that saves lives

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-best-gift-your-family-can-give-you-this-holiday/

Make toy safety a top priority this Christmas

Each year, toys account for thousands of injuries among children in the U.S.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/make-toy-safety-a-top-priority-this-christmas/

Mayo Clinic Minute: Precious Cargo on Mayo One

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWnxCAP9abk

Diabetes and Wounds: Caring for Foot Sores and Skin Sores

Diabetes and wounds are always a bad combination. Avoid amputation by preventing and treating skin sores. WebMD gives you tips that can help.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/diabetes-wounds-caring-sores?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Keep Your Diabetes Under Control

There are easy ways to keep your diabetes under control. WebMD gives you five.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/5-tips-get-your-diabetes-under-control?src=RSS_PUBLIC

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Teeth

You use your teeth to talk, chew, and smile. WebMD gives you some other "teeth facts" you probably didn’t know about your pearly whites.

From: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/5-things-you-didnt-know-about-your-teeth?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Family fights to have brain-dead girl declared alive

Jahi McMath's family's fight to rescind her death certificate moves to federal court

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/family-continues-legal-battle-to-have-brain-dead-girl-declared-alive/

Hep C Treatments: New Drugs Offer New Hope

New treatments are bringing new hope for people with hepatitis C. WebMD has the details

From: http://www.webmd.com/hepatitis/features/treatment-for-hep-c?src=RSS_PUBLIC