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FDA Approves New Device for Brain Tumor Treatment

The FDA has approved a portable, battery-powered device to treat brain tumors of adults that have recurred after chemotherapy.

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Scientists: Gulf Health Close to Pre-spill Level

Scientists judge the overall health of the Gulf of Mexico as nearly back to normal one year after the BP oil spill, but with glaring blemishes that restrain their optimism about nature’s resiliency. Rich Matthews explains. (April 18)

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Scientists: Gulf Health Close to Pre-spill Level

Scientists judge the overall health of the Gulf of Mexico as nearly back to normal one year after the BP oil spill, but with glaring blemishes that restrain their optimism about nature’s resiliency. Rich Matthews explains. (April 18)

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High Levels of Flame Retardants in U.S. Kids

Children in California have high levels of flame-retardant chemicals in their bodies, and they appear to be exposed to these chemicals through household dust and food, a new study shows.

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Embarrassed by Your Singing? It’s a Clue to Brain Health

Belting out a karaoke tune and then listening to the cringe-worthy performance afterward gave researchers new insights into how the brain processes embarrassment.

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Study: Drug-Resistant Bacteria in U.S. Meat

Researchers testing raw turkey, pork, beef, and chicken purchased at grocery stores in five different cities across the U.S. say that roughly one in four of those samples tested positive for a multidrug antibiotic-resistant “superbug” bacterium.

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Should You Give Your Baby a Pacifier?

Should you offer a pacifier to a fussy, crying baby? Using a baby pacifier can be a source of intense debate. Understand the pros and cons of using a pacifier.

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High C-Section Rates Aren’t Linked to Healthier Babies

High rates of induction of labor and/or cesarean section delivery in low-risk pregnant women may not necessarily lead to healthier newborns, a study shows.

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How a ‘Diabetes Diet’ Protects Your Health

A healthy diet for diabetes can help prevent complications such as nerve pain or heart disease.

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‘Artificial Pancreas’ May Treat Type 1 Diabetes

New research raises hopes that a so-called “artificial pancreas” can help patients with type 1 diabetes better control their disease.

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