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Nail polish remover was the single biggest culprit cbsn.ws/2XXITBU

Household cosmetic products send children to the emergency room every two hours, study finds

The study was conducted by the Center for Injury Research at Nationwide Children's Hospital

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Lyme disease isn't the only thing to worry about cbsn.ws/2I7kjZK

Tick-borne diseases are on the rise. Here's what you need to know.

The tick that carries Lyme can also transmit the rare but serious powassan virus believed to have killed one man and sickened another in New Jersey

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It sounds like good news – but health officials aren't so sure cbsn.ws/2XhHRjN

New diabetes cases in U.S. decline as obesity rises, and doctors aren't sure why

Health officials are not celebrating even though new diabetes cases seem to be on the decline

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Russian trolls aren't just tweeting about politics – they're spreading some dangerous misinformation about health cbsn.ws/2Xgs2d9

Russian trolls fueled anti-vaccination debate in U.S. by spreading misinformation on Twitter, study...

Study by George Washington University found trolls ramped up controversy by inflating different viewpoints

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If these outbreaks continue, the United States may lose its measles elimination status cbsn.ws/2EKoE2M

Measles cases in the U.S. break more than 25-year record, CDC says

The tally is so high that measles could lose its status as an officially eliminated disease

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One doctor sums it up as: "The longer the shelf life, the shorter your life" cbsn.ws/2EJ7enk

"Ultra-processed" foods linked to heart disease, early death

Study finds health risks not only in "junk food" but also the breads, processed meats, jarred sauces and frozen meals that many people consider staples​

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What is "mind-boggling"? This good news from "Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek cbsn.ws/2IaAYdP

"Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek says his cancer is "near remission" after "mind-boggling" chemo results

"The doctors said they hadn't seen this kind of positive result in their memory," Trebek says

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"This is not a drill. This is not a warning. This is a real public health crisis," said Planned Parenthood's @DrLeanaWen cbsn.ws/2I2nuRb

Missouri's last abortion clinic says it may lose its license this week

"This is not a drill," said Planned Parenthood president Dr. Leana Wen

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"Trans people shouldn't be subjected to mandatory diagnoses or medical procedures just to get their basic rights" cbsn.ws/2EGA3R8

World Health Organization removes "gender identity disorder" from list of mental illnesses

Decision by the World Health Organization is seen as a win for transgender rights worldwide

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"Something that happens to half the population once a month shouldn't be a taboo subject," says @BusyPhilipps cbsn.ws/2HNfnb3

The bloody truth about getting your period in America

Menstruation remains one of the most taboo topics in the world – and millions of women pay the price

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At the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak, many face another danger as well cbsn.ws/2HKun9y

Patients in Congo fear ongoing violence amid latest Ebola outbreak

Officials said hospitals are being targeted by armed militia groups

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While some states pass new abortion restrictions, California lawmakers are going in the opposite direction cbsn.ws/2HHCd3P

California Senate advances bill to provide abortion pill access for public university students at...

The bill would require all 34 public university campuses in California to offer no-cost medical abortions to students

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"There are certain things we cannot control about breast cancer... but the very interesting thing about this study is that this shows us there are things we can control" cbsn.ws/2VGDMZs

Low-fat diet may reduce risk of dying from breast cancer, study finds

Doctors say the results show a way women might improve their odds of survival

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More than 20 million babies each year are born with low birthweight. "These most vulnerable babies must not be left behind," report says cbsn.ws/2HvSxEL

New report is "a wake-up call" on leading risk to newborn babies: low birthweight

"High-income countries have seen virtually no progress," the study finds

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Before you jump into the water, beware: a new report exposes some bad habits that contribute to dirty swimming pools cbsn.ws/2VI8HF1

Half of Americans admit using swimming pool in lieu of shower

A new report exposes some bad habits in America's swimming pools

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If you want to save your brain, focus on keeping the rest of your body well with exercise and healthy habits rather than popping vitamin pills cbsn.ws/2HEvuI3

Want to help prevent dementia? Follow these new guidelines

Although age is the top risk factor, "dementia is not a natural or inevitable consequence of aging," new report from the World Health Organizations says

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"They looked at me and shrugged their shoulders and said, 'We don't do rape kits here'." cbsn.ws/2VAo3LE

Many hospitals don't have rape kits. Proposed legislation aims to change that

Bipartisan bill would establish national standards of care for survivors of sexual assault and expand access to services, including the specialized nurses who administer rape examinations

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A quarantine has been ordered while the dogs undergo testing cbsn.ws/2HnNwhr

Dog disease that can be passed to people confirmed in Iowa

State veterinarian says several cases of canine brucellosis have been confirmed at a commercial breeding facility for small dogs

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It seems like #CBD is in everything these days cbsn.ws/2Hasi6x

Do CBD-infused massages live up to their marketing claims?

Spas are promoting the benefits of CBD, but experts say the trend is taking off faster than science can keep up

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About 700 women in the U.S. die from complications of pregnancy or childbirth each year – and it doesn't have to be that way cbsn.ws/2HaaMPK

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