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Limit Salt In Processed Foods?

Thu, 14 May 2009 21:57:31 -0400

Some public health advocates want the Food and Drug Administration to limit the amount of salt in processed foods because an excess can cause serious health risks. Alexis Christoforous reports.

Tackling U.S. Obesity

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:27:05 -0400

A new study shows that obese individuals spend more money on health care each year than their healthier neighbors. The CDC is ready to tackle America’s obesity problem. Joel Brown reports.

Healthy Cereals For Kids

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:39:31 -0400

Not all breakfast cereals are nutritious and delicious. "Consumer Reports" deputy health editor Gayle Williams highlights some of the best and worst popular cereals on the market for kids.

HealthWatch

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 04:17:40 -0400

Joie Chen reports on the emotional needs of cancer patients; a study revealing life expectancy for those suffering from dementia; and 40 million people in the U.S. cannot afford adequate health care.

HealthWatch

Thu, 14 May 2009 21:57:54 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on the FDA’s assault on salt; the health risks of CAT scans; and researchers turn to genetics in the fight against lung cancer.

HealthWatch

Thu, 14 May 2009 20:39:56 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on a new concern for parents of young children; smoking prevention does not cut down on health care costs; and a study that explores links between vaccines and autism.

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Thu, 14 May 2009 20:58:43 -0400

Joie Chen reports on the effects of rising health care costs; a debate on the Pentagon’s responsibility for mentally ill service members; and elderly brains may be more susceptible to fraud.

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Thu, 23 Jul 2009 05:00:50 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on regional differences in health-care spending; treating hip fractures in the elderly; and how high abortion rates have stirred controversy surrounding birth defect screenings.